Question to the Department for Education:

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps their Department takes to comply with section 181 of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992; and if they will make a statement.

The Department meets with its recognised Trade Unions, PCS, Prospect and FDA, on a monthly basis. The Department shares a range of information and data, where appropriate and in line with privacy statements. This is in addition to any information published on GOV.UK. This approach helps to inform decision making through formal negotiation, meaningful consultation, and engagement. This also ensures the Department is fully compliant with Section 181 of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992.