Leaving EU would be disastrous for jobs and investment, says TUC

Responding to Nick Clegg’s speech on Europe today (Tuesday) TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady said:

“Nick Clegg is right to make the case for the EU and say that paid holidays and other workplace rights are some of the best arguments for EU membership. Leaving the EU would be disastrous for jobs and investment.

“His views are in stark contrast with the Prime Minister who wants to offer the dismal choice between leaving the EU or staying in a Europe stripped of rights at work.

“Europe needs to win back popular support, replacing austerity with a People’s Plan for jobs-led growth and higher living standards. It needs to go back to its roots by balancing a dynamic economy with social protection and fair shares.”

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