The CBI today commented on a statement by Ed Davey, Minister for Employment Relations, that the Government would not be amending the agency workers regulations which come into force in October 2011.
John Cridland, CBI Deputy Director-General, said:
“It is disappointing that the Government has decided not to re-open the temporary agency workers regulations.
“While we agree that preserving the 12-week qualifying period is essential, changes proposed by employers would have cut red tape without changing the overall effect of the regulations. We regret that the government hasn’t been able to reach agreement with the trade unions on this.
“The priority now has to be timely, high-quality guidance, so that employers know where they stand well before the new rules come into force.”
