HC Deb 26 June 2001 vol 370 c55W
Mr. Lansley

To ask the Prime Minister if he will list the Special Advisers with executive responsibilities under the Civil Service Order in Council; and if he will make a statement. [763]

The Prime Minister

Jonathan Powell and Alastair Campbell have executive powers under article 3(3) of the Civil Service Order in Council.

Mr. Lansley

To ask the Prime Minister what plans he has to amend the terms and conditions of employment for Special Advisers; and if he will make a statement. [301]

The Prime Minister

In its response to the Sixth Report of the Committee on Standards in Public Life, the Government committed themselves to a new Code of Conduct for Special Advisers and a revised Model Contract. The new Code and Contract apply to all appointments of Special Advisers made after the election. Both documents will be published shortly.