Oral QuestionWomen and Equalities

“If she will hold discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of including policy relating to men on the list of Government Equalities Office responsibilities.”

Tabled: 6 July 2023Answered: 12 July 2023

Answering Minister

the Minister for Women and Equalities

Answer from Hansard

The Minister of State, Cabinet Office (Dan Jarvis)

The Government are absolutely committed to ensuring that UKSV delivers a security clearance process that is efficient and fit for purpose. Security vetting clearances are being processed within agreed timescales, and UKSV performance is monitored monthly. It is working to ensure that demand for vetting is forecast better.