A Bill to amend the Gangmasters (Licensing) Act 2004 to apply its provisions to certain sectors including construction, care services, retail, cleaning, warehousing and the transportation of goods; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
Louise HaighLabour (Co-op)
2 November 2016
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This Bill would extend the licensing regime from the Gangmasters (Licensing) Act 2004 to cover new sectors such as construction, care services, retail, cleaning, warehousing and the transport of goods, strengthening regulators’ powers to tackle labour abuse. It is sponsored by Louise Haigh and is currently at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons, having originated there.
The bill is at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons. It originated in the Commons (first reading in 2016) and has yet to proceed to committee stage.
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29 Jun 2016
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
The Bill had its first reading on 29 June 2016 through the Ten Minute Rule. The second reading was expected on 4 November 2016 but was withdrawn.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsoring Member, Louise Haigh.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
