ROGUE GANGMASTERS

Early day motion 681, tabled 25 February 2004 by Alan Meale (Labour). Signed by 67 members.

That this House is deeply concerned by the largely uncontrolled operations of rogue gangmasters throughout the UK; recognises the need for urgent action to control their activities; and calls upon the Government at the first opportunity to introduce legislation to regulate such operations and put a stop to the exploitation of vulnerable workers.

Signatures by party: Labour 45, Liberal Democrat 10, Labour/Co-operative 5, DUP 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Conservative 1, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.