Why do companies hire people from Indian companies instead of contractors? Is it because they are cheaper than contractors or is there another factor involved?

John Prescott, speaking at the recent Labour Friends of India reception, on why the outsourcing furore is 'unfair'. Also reported are further comments from Labour that 'India's working conditions leaves us far behind in this country'.

In an exclusive interview with CUK, Amicus have given us their response to yesterday's coverage of Prescott's views on outsourcing.