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News from the staff union in Parliament

27 October 2009

The union representing staff of MPs in the House of Commons (Unite) has said it will use employment law to stop Sir Chris Kelly sacking MPs staff who are family members.

The Unite Parliamentary Staff branch has invited spouses and other family members of staff of MPs to a special meeting, in Room U, Portcullis House on the 4thNovember 5pm to issue guidance in reaction to Sir Chris’s report.

Dan Whittle, Branch Chair said: "Whether it is unfair dismissal or discrimination law we will offer our members whatever protection we can. Family members of MPs staff save the taxpayer money by working many hours in unpaid overtime. The majority of the public want employment of family members to be transparent and regulated – not banned."



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