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British International Investment: Trade Unions

Asked by David TaylorLabourForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 31 March 2026UIN 123454

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she will mandate British International Investment, as a Government-owed body, to recognise a trade union.

Answered by Chris Elmore

British International Investment complies fully with UK employment law, including all statutory rights regarding trade union recognition or membership. There is no detriment for staff who join a union, support recognition of a union, or take part in union activity.

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