PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEES IN COMPANIES DECLARED INSOLVENT

Early day motion 1316, tabled 7 June 2004 by Gwyn Prosser (Labour). Signed by 67 members.

That this House supports the efforts of employees and former employees of companies like Endeva and UEF who have suffered from the heavy-handed and shabby attitude of the administrator whose stark powers in dealing with insolvency ignores the needs and proper protection of workers; notes that the powers given to administrators in such circumstances appear absolute and are exercised ruthlessly without infringing the law; is appalled to witness the experiences of some of Endeva's employees who, with over 30 years exemplary service were arbitrarily sacked without notice and without proper compensation; and supports the Amicus campaign which is seeking a comprehensive review of the insolvency laws to ensure that administrators work under a wider and fairer remit which takes greater account of the needs and dignity of employees and the long-term viability of the operation that they work in.

Signatures by party: Labour 46, Labour/Co-operative 6, Liberal Democrat 6, UUP 3, Plaid Cymru 2, Scottish National Party 2, Conservative 1, DUP 1.