HC Deb 10 April 2002 vol 383 cc48-9W
Mr. Bercow

To ask the Deputy Prime Minister what new measures his Department took in 2001–02 to protect its property from theft or damage. [47253]

Mr. Leslie

The Cabinet Office deploys a range of security measures to protect property from theft or damage. This includes access control, CCTV monitoring, guarding personnel, routine security checks, supply of secure furniture and the provision of advice and guidance to staff.

In response to any thefts or damage to property, an investigation is carried out and any recommended new measures are implemented locally.

At the strategic level, my Department is working towards compliance with British Standard 7799: Information Security Management. This work includes revision of departmental security policies, a new security training and awareness programme, improved data collection and trend analysis and a new team and structure for managing the Department's security needs.