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Written question asked by John Hayes (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 July 2026. It was answered by James Frith (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Department of Health and Social Care: Staff

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department has appointed staff from outside the civil service other than special advisers since July 2024.

Answer

Both before and after July 2024, the Department has appointed a number of staff from outside the Civil Service, including appointments made through fair and open competition where external candidates were successful.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16368
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Staff Department of Health and Social Care
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk