HC Deb 01 February 1994 vol 236 cc633-4W
Mr. Menzies Campbell

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many employees were judged to be guilty of fraud in his Department in each year since 1989; and how many were dismissed.

Sir John Wheeler

The figures are:—

Number of employees Number dismissed
1989 — —
1990 — —
1991 1 1
1992 3 2
1993 2 2

Note: One employee resigned in 1992 at the time of disclosure.

Mr. Menzies Campbell

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what is his Department's policy for dealing with employees found guilty of fraud.

Sir John Wheeler

The procedures in respect of disciplinary offences are described in the "Departmental Terms and Conditions of Service" which apply to all civil servants. The attention of all staff is drawn to these conditions. The procedures are invoked following allegations of misconduct, including fraud. A range of penalties, including dismissal, are available to the Department.