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Written question asked by John Hayes (Conservative) on Friday, 10 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 July 2026. It was answered by Seema Malhotra (Labour) on Thursday, 16 July 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office: Staff

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, other than special advisers if her Department has appointed anyone from outside the civil service since July 2024.

Answer

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has conducted open recruitment exercises for a large number of posts at all levels since July 2024, which has often meant appointing individuals from outside the civil service.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17706
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Staff Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk