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Written question asked by Baroness Byford (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Bach (Labour) on Monday, 19 December 2005.


Defra: Helen Ghosh

Question
Whether Helen Ghosh has been appointed to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs as Permanent Secretary on a temporary basis; and, if so, for what length of time she has been appointed.
Answer

Following an open competition, Helen Ghosh was appointed Permanent Secretary to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on 7 November 2005 for an indefinite period. In line with other Permanent Secretaries, her appointment is expected to continue for a term of about four years.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2904; 676 c208WA
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Recruitment Senior civil servants Ghosh, Helen
Link
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