HC Deb 08 February 1988 vol 127 c55W
Ms. Richardson

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he will issue instructions for the removal of all offensive pin-ups in all his departmental premises.

Mr. Mellor

In accordance with item 69 of the programme of action for equal opportunities for women in the civil service, published by the Cabinet Office (Management and Personnel Office) in 1984, all staff in the diplomatic and aid wings have been notified that the display of sexually offensive material in the workplace will be regarded as a serious matter and may be dealt with as a disciplinary offence.