Government Repeals Controversial Anti-Strike Law

New administration removes Conservative-era legislation, aiming to reset industrial relations and improve public service efficiency.

The Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023, which limited unions' ability to strike, is being repealed.
Deputy PM Angela Rayner and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds lead the repeal effort, citing the law's ineffectiveness.
The law was criticized for restricting workers' rights and failing to resolve industrial disputes.
Unions praise the repeal but call for further reforms, including bans on zero-hour contracts and 'fire and rehire' practices.
The move is part of a broader strategy to foster better industrial relations and boost economic growth.