§ Mrs. FyfeTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what is his policy on the grounds for summary dismissal of civil servants in each Department.
§ Mr. Lang[holding answer 25 November 1993]: It is Scottish Office policy to dismiss staff only after agreed internal procedures have been followed and, in serious disciplinary cases, after a full investigation of the circumstances has taken place. Where appropriate, staff may be suspended from duty while these investigations are being carried out.