Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 113800
Ofcom: Public Appointments
Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 2 March 2026
Question
Kevin Hollinrake
Conservative — Thirsk and Malton
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, pursuant to the Answer of 11 February 2026 to Question 110421 on Ofcom: Public Appointments, for what reason the competition was extended.
Answer
Ian MurrayThe window for applications was extended in order to ensure that the competition attracted a strong and diverse field of candidates and to maximise the number of high‑quality applications for the role.