§ Mr. BakerTo ask the hon. Member for Middlesbrough, representing the Church Commissioners, what remuneration Ruth Day receives; and what her official duties are. [130405]
§ Mr. Stuart BellI take it that the questioner is referring to Mrs. Rachel (not Ruth) Day, the Steward at Old Palace, Canterbury. She was appointed in 1991, on terms in line with those applicable to comparable posts. The Steward at Old Palace is provided with tied accommodation. Since then her remuneration has been increased in line with increases paid to other episcopal staff generally. The Steward is responsible for the general management of Old Palace.
The Commissioners do not disclose the salaries of individuals employed by themselves or by bishops.