mention issues of that kind. I was interested to see, in my own constituency a few years ago, that Addenbrooke's -- a major hospital -- had outsourced activities of that kind, but that it brought them back to this country as a consequence of seeing the quality of service that could be delivered here. Dr Matthew Offord (Hendon) (Con): In July this year, the Prime Minister said that he fully supported the right of people to wear religious symbols at work. That position was supported by the Attorney-General and the Equalities Minister. Will a Minister therefore come to the Dispatch Box to explain why lawyers acting on behalf of the Government are contradicting the Prime Minister in bringing a case against Shirley Chaplin for wearing a crucifix at work? Hon. Members: Hear, hear! Mr Lansley: I think that that response to my hon. Friend's question demonstrates the fact that we feel strongly about this matter. People should be able to wear crosses and to reflect their faith and beliefs. The law allows for that, and employers are generally good at being reasonable in accommodating people's religious beliefs. We believe that the law as it stands strikes the right balance between the rights of employees and employers. We also believe that it is better for the UK to look after its own laws, rather than being forced into a change by a European court. We believe that UK law strikes the right balance, and losing that case would place extra restrictions