§ Mr. SillarsTo ask the Minister for the Civil Service if he will make it his policy that promotion to senior grades in the civil service will be contingent upon working outwith the south-east area of England for a reasonable period during the course of the officers' careers.
§ Mr. LuceNo. Promotion to all grades in the Civil Service is on merit. This takes account of experience and other relevant factors. Senior staff are mobile grades and can be obliged to work in any location.