§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how the salaries of special advisers in his Department are determined; how this relates to the civil service pay structure; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LangThe salaries of the special advisers in my Department are determined from guidance set out by the Cabinet Office and approved by HM Treasury. They do not relate to the civil service pay structure.
§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland which of his special advisers are engaged in other remunerated employment outwith the civil service.
§ Mr. LangTwo special advisers have been appointed to my Department; neither is engaged in other remunerated employment outwith the civil service.