DENIAL OF UCATT ACCESS TO CONSTRUCTION SITES

Early day motion 246, tabled 9 December 2003 by Michael Clapham (Labour). Signed by 73 members.

That this House is concerned to learn that the Union of Construction Allied and Trades and Technicians (UCATT) is experiencing difficulties in gaining access to major construction sites across the country; notes that some companies such as Boughues appear to be deliberately challenging the union on this front, creating worrying implications for the health, safety and welfare of union members; and calls on Her Majesty's Government to take steps to make offending companies aware of the recommendations of the Construction Summit in 2001 and of their duty to work in partnership with the unions in the industry to improve standards and reduce accidents.

Signatures by party: Labour 58, Labour/Co-operative 8, Liberal Democrat 5, Plaid Cymru 1, Scottish National Party 1.