§ Bob SpinkTo ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what the requirements are on officials in his Department to declare current interests; and what register of interests is kept for his departmental officials. [164706]
§ Maria EagleThe Civil Service Management Code sets out the requirement for civil servants declaring any conflicts of interest. The Department for Work and Pensions requires individuals to seek permission from their line managers before undertaking any outside employment or activity, which could have a conflict of interest with working for the Department. These include: Political Activities, Outside Business Appointments, Non-Executive Directorships, secondary jobs, managing a board and lodging establishment/nursing home, membership of non-political organisations, Public Service, enlistment in HM Forces, voluntary reserve and auxiliary forces. There is no central register of interests; it is up to individuals and line managers to record them.