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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 Douglas Alexander (Labour) on Monday, 20 July 2026 on behalf of the Scotland Office.

Scotland Office: Staff

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, other than special advisers if his Department has appointed anyone from outside the civil service since July 2024.

Answer

Other than special advisers, the Scotland Office has made one appointment from outside the civil service since July 2024.

Gillian McGregor has been appointed to the Boundary Commission for Scotland, an advisory non-departmental public body funded by the Scotland Office. The appointment was made on a fixed term basis through open competition using the procedures laid down by the Commissioner for Public Appointments.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17708
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Staff Scotland Office
Link
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