Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 87828

Cabinet Office: Conditions of Employment

Tabled: 4 November 2025
Answered: 17 November 2025

Question

Neil O'Brien

ConservativeHarborough, Oadby and Wigston

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, how many staff in his Department (a) did not retain employment following the completion of their probationary period and (b) had their probationary period extended in each of the last five years.

Answer

Anna Turley
Cabinet Office’s probation policy and guidance advises managers on the steps to take to assess a new employee’s suitability for the post and to provide support to enable them to succeed. It also advises on the steps to take where performance, attendance o...

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