Written question asked by Jacqui Lait (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 19 March 1996. It was answered by Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative) on Tuesday, 19 March 1996 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: Statement about Agency status for the Royal Air Force's personnel management organisation.

Answer: Mrs. Lait: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement about agency status for the Royal Air Force's personnel management centre.[21869] Mr. Soames: Elements of the Royal Air Force's personnel management centre at RAF Innsworth, Gloucester, are to be considered as a candidate for agency status. The range of business being considered is the formulation and implementation of personnel management policy, the manning of posts and the career management of RAF personnel--both regular and reserves. Some 450 staff, over half civilians, are currently employed on these activities. Trade unions will be consulted on any proposals that arise from this review. A "prior options" study is being undertaken to establish whether agency status or other options would be appropriate. Comments are invited from interested parties. Comments should be sent by 2 April 1996 to: Air Marshal D Cousins CB AFC BA RAF The Air Member for Personnel Headquarters Personnel and Training Command RAF Innsworth Gloucester GL3 1EZ.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 21869; 274 c125W
Session: 1995-96
Subjects: Armed forces Executive agencies Air force Staff Personnel management Reserve forces RAF Innsworth RAF Personnel Management Centre