Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 87066
Ministry of Defence: Conditions of Employment
Tabled: 31 October 2025
Answered: 10 November 2025
Question
Neil O'Brien
Conservative — Harborough, Oadby and Wigston
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, 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
Louise Sandher-JonesMinistry of Defence 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, attendanc...
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