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‘Fire and rehire’ Bill faces Commons row after passing unopposed at the Lords
People protest through Dover in Kent, after P&O Ferries sacked 800 workers without notice on March 17, April 19, 2022
A BILL to boost protections against “fire and rehire” tactics passed unopposed in its third reading at the House of Lords today.
Former trade union leader turned Labour peer Lord Woodley put forward the private member’s Bill targeting the “despicable” practice.
The Employment and Trade Union Rights (Dismissal and Re-Engagement Bill) aims to provide safeguards for workers against dismissal and re-engagement on inferior terms and conditions.
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