FAST FOOD RIGHTS CAMPAIGN

Early day motion 1067, tabled 10 February 2014 by John McDonnell (Labour). Signed by 32 members.

That this House notes that the fast food industry in the UK sees revenue of over £5 billion every year; further notes that the sector is dominated by multinational corporations delivering vast profits for their shareholders; is appalled that many employees in the industry are not paid a living wage and are employed on zero-hours contracts; believes that workers should be able to join a trade union without fear of recrimination from employers; welcomes the initiative of the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union which, together with other campaign groups, has launched a Fast Food Rights campaign for workers in the industry; further notes that the campaign will be calling for a day of action on 15 February 2014 at branches of McDonald's UK, Burger King and Costa Coffee on London's Oxford Street; and calls for the management of the companies concerned to enter into meaningful discussions with the union over pay, conditions and trade union representation in their outlets.

Signatures by party: Labour 23, Plaid Cymru 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Alliance 1, DUP 1, Independent 1, Liberal Democrat 1, Respect 1.