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Written question asked by Charlie Dewhirst (Conservative) on Monday, 19 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 21 January 2026. It was answered by Louise Sandher-Jones (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence: Permanent Secretaries

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release entitled New Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary announced, published on 31 October 2025, whether the outgoing Permanent Secretary will receive any (a) exit and (b) severance payment.

Answer

It is anticipated that any severance payments received, would be published in the Ministry of Defence annual report and accounts for 2025 to 2026.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
106739
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Redundancy pay Ministry of Defence Permanent secretaries
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk