§ Dr. CableTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many people are employed in her Department on a job share contract; and what percentage of vacant positions was advertised on this basis in the last 12 months. [35368]
§ Ms HewittCurrently we are aware of 28 members of staff employed in a total of 14 job shares in the Department.
Apart from a very small number, where there are particular, fully justifiable business requirements, all vacant positions are advertised as being available on a part-time, job share/split as well as on a full-time basis.
§ Dr. CableTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what assessment has been made of the effect of the Working Time Directive on her Department's employees; how many employees are working in excess of 48 hours per week; what steps she is taking to reduce this number; and if she will make a statement. [35894]
§ Ms HewittThe information requested is held at local management level and is not readily available centrally.
A partnership project between management and unions is currently looking at improving work/life balance in the Department.