HC Deb 03 August 1978 vol 955 c514W
Mr. Arthur Latham

asked the Minister for the Civil Service whether he will issue notes of guidance for those seeking employment in Government service as to the meaning in the form of application of the question "Have you ever been a member of a Communist or Fascist party or any organisation controlled by or connected with such parties?" and provide a list of such organisations.

Mr. Charles R. Morris

I refer my hon. Friend to the answer which I gave to him yesterday.

Mr. Arthur Latham

asked the Minister for the Civil Service whether those seeking employment in Government service are disqualified by virtue of their membership of the National Front or the National Association for Freedom.

Mr. Charles R. Morris

No. The Civil Service Commissioners who are responsible for recruitment to the Civil Service take no account of the political views of applicants when selecting staff for appointment.