Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 87394

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology: Conditions of Employment

Tabled: 3 November 2025
Answered: 13 November 2025

Question

Neil O'Brien

ConservativeHarborough, Oadby and Wigston

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, how many staff in her Department (a) did not retain employment following completion of their probationary period and (b) had their probationary period extended in each of the last five

Answer

Ian Murray
DSIT’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 or conduct ...

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