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Debate between John Hayes and Ian Davidson
Thursday 9th June 2011
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The Minister for Further Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning (Mr John Hayes)
As the House knows, this was a contentious issue, but I was able to bring together all the parties involved and they acted with professionalism, goodwill and good faith. This week the Institute for Learning announced that, with the support of the trade unions and the employers—the colleges—a settlement has been reached. I know what you are thinking, Mr Speaker: “Blessed are the peacemakers.”
Mr Ian Davidson (Glasgow South West) (Lab/Co-op)
T7. Is the Minister aware that many thousands of jobs in Scotland depend on defence contracts? What steps is he taking to ensure that the present constitutional uncertainty in Scotland does not undermine the ability of Scottish firms to bid for Ministry of Defence work?