§ Mr. Andrew TurnerTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions if it is the policy of his Department for him to be consulted about(a) the discussions on the resignation of a senior official, (b) a decision to secure the resignation of a senior official, and (c) a decision to suspend a senior official. [41282]
§ Mr. Byers[holding answer 7 March 2002]: Staffing and disciplinary matters within the Department are handled in accordance with the DTLR Staff Handbook, which reflects the provisions of the Civil Service Management Code. The Permanent Secretary informs or consults me as appropriate within this framework in relation to senior staffing matters.