Ed Miliband People's Question Time in Southwark

Jim, a local resident, questions the speaker about labor laws, zero-hour contracts, and pensions, emphasizing the need for legislative changes to protect workers. The speaker acknowledges past inaction and outlines plans to amend laws to prevent wage undercutting and improve workers' rights, highlighting the role of trade unions. The session concludes with the introduction of the next question.

What is Jim Widow's main concern regarding labor laws?

• The importance of education in employment

• The role of technology in modern workplaces

• The impact of zero-hour contracts and wage undercutting

• The need for more employment opportunities

According to the speaker, what was a past mistake of the labor government?

• Failing to act on agency work rules promptly

• Not addressing zero-hour contracts

• Over-regulating small businesses

• Ignoring the role of trade unions

What is the speaker's plan to address wage undercutting?

• Provide more training programs

• Increase minimum wage

• Introduce new tax incentives

• Change the law to close loopholes

What role do trade unions play according to the speaker?

• Negotiating higher salaries

• Defending the rights of working people

• Organizing community events

• Providing legal advice to employers

What does the speaker mention as a current legal issue?

• A new tax reform

• A cash-related legal matter

• An environmental regulation

• A healthcare policy change