HC Deb 27 April 1999 vol 330 cc107-8W
Mr. Clappison

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what was the outcome of the review of the Probation Service's recruitment needs; and if he will publish the results. [81954]

Mr. George Howarth

The work force planning survey of the Probation Service has not yet been completed. The data collected are currently being analysed, and it is hoped that a final report will be ready by August. The findings will be made available to Probation Service managers and probation committees.

Mr. Clappison

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will publish the ergonomic assessment of the Crams IT system currently being installed by the Probation Service. [81978]

Mr. George Howarth

The ergonomic assessment of Case Record Administration and Management System (CRAMS) has been sent to all Chief Probation Officers; and UNISON and the National Association of Probation Officers (NAPO) have sent copies to their branch officers. Copies have also been placed in the Library.