§ Mr. FieldTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what surveys the Benefits Agency has carried out of the level of job satisfaction among its staff since 1992; and if he will place the results in the Library. [69667]
§ Angela EagleThe Administration of the Benefits Agency is a matter for the Chief Executive, Peter Mathison. I have asked him to reply to my right hon. Friend.
Letter from Peter Mathison to Mr. Frank Field, dated 8 February 1999:
I am replying to your recent Parliamentary Question asking what surveys the Benefits Agency has carried out of the level of job satisfaction among its staff since 1992; and if the results will be placed in the Library.
The Department of Social Security carried out a Department-wide staff attitude survey in 1994 which included Benefits Agency staff. Between 1994 and 1998 the Agency has only carried out local surveys. However, towards the end of last year the Benefits Agency commissioned a national staff survey. The report of the results is currently being prepared.
I can confirm that a full copy of the results will be placed in the House of Commons Library. I will ensure that a copy of the BA results from the DSS 1994 survey is also placed in the Library.
I hope you find this reply helpful.
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