HC Deb 27 May 1977 vol 932 c696W
Mr. Rooker

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will list those matters which staff in his Department cannot raise by means of the departmental suggestion scheme.

Mr. Deakins

Staff are encouraged to submit suggestions, through the departmental staff suggestion scheme, to improve the efficiency of my Department. The scheme excludes suggestion which propose changes in Government policy; come within the scope of the suggestor's official duties; are patented or intended to be patented.