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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 Ellie Reeves (Labour) on Monday, 20 July 2026 on behalf of the Attorney General.


Attorney General's Office: Staff

Question

To ask the Solicitor General, other than special advisers if her Department has appointed anyone from outside the civil service since July 2024.

Answer

Yes, The Attorney General’s Office has appointed a number of candidates who were external to the Civil Service into roles. This includes candidates who applied through standard recruitment campaigns on Civil Service Jobs and were successful after open and fair competition, as well as those who have joined on secondment and fixed term appointment.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17707
Session
2026-27
Related items
Attorney General's Office: Secondment
Monday, 21 September 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Staff Attorney General
Link
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