Labour has been accused of yet another pro-trade union stitch-up – after businesses seeking government contracts were hit with fresh demands.
Under changes to the ‘social value’ model used since 2012, private sector companies bidding for work will get extra points for giving union representatives access to their staff.
Small print in the document released last week shows weight will also be added to bids from firms offering flexible working, pay above the National Minimum Wage and ‘progressive remuneration policies’ to retain staff.
Critics labelled it yet another example of Labour kowtowing to union paymasters with moves that could hinder economic recovery via
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