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<p>The information requested falls within the responsibility of the UK Statistics
Authority. I have asked the Authority to reply.</p><p>Zero hours contracts do have
a part to play in a modern, flexible labour market – because, for a small proportion
of the workforce, that may be the kind of contract that is right for them. On average,
people on zero hour contracts work 25 hours a week and nearly 70 per cent of people
on zero hours contracts do not want more hours, according to ONS figures. I would
note that many Labour councils have used such contracts.</p><p>Notwithstanding, the
Government's review of modern employment practices (chaired by Matthew Taylor) will
consider zero hour contracts and make recommendations about how to maintain flexibility
while supporting job security, workplace rights, opportunities for progression and
representation for the growing number of people who do not have traditional employment
relationships.</p>
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