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Written question asked by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 26 February 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 5 March 2002. It was answered by Ruth Kelly (Labour) on Tuesday, 5 March 2002 on behalf of the Treasury.

Treasury

Question
To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, how many members of his staff in each of the past two years have been granted a day's paid leave to work as a volunteer; and if he will make a statement. - Inc figures and fact that central records are not kept in the form requested.
Answer

Bob Russell: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many members of his staff in each of the past two years have been granted a day's paid leave to work as a volunteer; and if he will make a statement. [39732] Ruth Kelly: Central records are not kept in the form requested. The Treasury allows staff to take up to 10 days paid special leave in any 12 month period, for public service such as membership of a committee of a local education or health authority or service as a school governor. In addition all staff are allowed one day's special (i.e. extra) leave to undertake voluntary work in a private capacity. Special leave may also be granted in other circumstances.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
39732; 381 c202W
Session
2001-02
Subjects
Civil servants Government departments Leave Treasury Voluntary work
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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