Members: Security

House of Commons Commission written question – answered am ar 24 Mai 2024.

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Photo of Tan Dhesi Tan Dhesi Shadow Minister (Exports)

To ask the hon. Member for Broxbourne, representing the House of Commons Commission, if the Commission will make an assessment of the adequacy of the terms and conditions of employment relating to (a) travel expenses and (b) other matters for security guards employed for hon. Members' Constituency surgeries.

Photo of Charles Walker Charles Walker Chair, Administration Committee, Chair, Administration Committee

The Parliamentary Security Department manages the contract for provision of security personnel at Constituency surgeries. Assurance on satisfactory terms and conditions has been provided through the procurement process and ongoing regular contract meetings.

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House of Commons

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constituency

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