Business of the House Debate

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Business of the House

Nicholas Dakin Excerpts
Thursday 7th September 2017

(6 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Andrea Leadsom Portrait Andrea Leadsom
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We are always incredibly concerned to hear about the prospect of job losses. My hon. Friend will be aware that there are very strict rules on consultation and about working closely with those affected to ensure that all decisions taken are fair. However, if he wants to write to me specifically about this, I will see whether I can bring it to the attention of the relevant Ministers.

Nicholas Dakin Portrait Nic Dakin (Scunthorpe) (Lab)
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British Steel pensioners are concerned that proposed changes will result in their losing out on the proper uplifting of their pre-1997 service. May we have a statement from the Government on the proposed changes to the British Steel pension scheme and on how they will ensure that pensioners are not short-changed?

Andrea Leadsom Portrait Andrea Leadsom
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I am happy to take up that matter with the relevant Department on the hon. Gentleman’s behalf.