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Debate between Vince Cable and Caroline Flint

Thursday 3rd June 2010 Commons Chamber

[Caroline Flint (Don Valley) (Lab)]

Does the ministerial team acknowledge that the sacking of 1,200 Jarvis workers in March by a company that did not manage its affairs properly was unacceptable? May I ask for a meeting, with the MPs who represent those experienced rail engineers, to see what work could be done on contracts that Network Rail needs to meet, to ensure that they find employment?

[Vince Cable]

I do not know the background to the right hon. Lady’s question, but I would certainly be happy to meet her if she thinks that my Department can help to alleviate those difficulties.