Mr. O'NeillTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what changes have occurred to the conditions of employment of civilian drivers employed by his Department in the last six months.
§ Mr. Kenneth CarlisleNone.
Mr. O'NeillTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence (1) what provision will be made for the accommodation of civilian drivers employed by his Department whilst they are on detached duty after 30 November;
(2) what provision will be made for the accommodation of civilian drivers employed by his Department whilst they are on detached duty prior to 30 November.
§ Mr. Kenneth CarlisleIt is normal for civilian staff, including drivers, when on detached duty to make their own accommodation arrangements and to claim the appropriate rates of subsistence. On occasions, official accommodation may be made available.