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ARC wins gold plating argument
Date: 26 Oct 2009
ARC (the Association of Recruitment Consultancies) today 26th October
2009 welcomed news that Government plans to "gold-plate" the Agency
Workers Directive in key areas, have been dropped. ARC warned right
from the start that adding unnecessary benefits to workers, would have
a devastating effect on the recruitment industry and would cost much
needed jobs.
Adrian Marlowe, chair of ARC, said:
"ARC first drew attention to the proposed gold plating in June this
year and the likely damage it would cause to the recruitment industry.
We worked hard to convince other organisations of the danger and the
need to lobby the government.
"Although the change of heart is welcome, there is no room for
complacency. There is still much that is wrong with the proposed
legislation in its current form, and more work is required. It is not a
bed of roses, and the delay in implementation clearly highlights that
the Government itself is fearful of the damage likely to be caused to
industry."
For further information please contact Adrian Marlowe on 01273 236 236 or mobile 07712 627 062
Email adrianm@lawspeed.com
