date: 20 May 2003 embargo: For immediate release

Attention: industrial, political and home affairs correspondents, health and safety media

TUC backs Blunkett's commitment to legislate on corporate killing

Welcoming the Home Secretary’s reassurance today (Tuesday) that he is to publish a draft Bill on corporate killing in the autumn, TUC General Secretary Elect Brendan Barber said:

'I am pleased that the Home Secretary has confirmed that this continues to be a priority for the Home Office. The news is a welcome boost for health and safety at work. Unions are keen to help draft the detail of the proposed legislation in partnership with employers. This move will be good for workers, good for the public and good for responsible and accountable employers.'

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Press release (300 words) issued 21 May 2003