Written question asked by Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party) on Monday, 6 December 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 December 2021 (named day). It was answered by Guy Opperman (Conservative) on Thursday, 9 December 2021 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Department for Work and Pensions: Staff

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what discussions she has had with (a) the Scottish Government and (b) NHS Scotland on a fuller return to office-based working for her Department's staff based in Scotland.

Answer: Since the start of the pandemic, DWP has rigorously followed advice from the respective governments in the devolved nations – allowing people to work safely from the office, or at home. We are committed to continuing this approach. Whilst there is regular engagement with the Scottish Government, the Secretary of State has not held specific discussions, including with NHS Scotland, on returning colleagues to the workplace in DWP as this is being undertaken in strict accordance with Scottish Government guidance.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 87702
Session: 2021-22
Subjects: Department for Work and Pensions Staff Scotland Scottish Government NHS Scotland
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk