To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will list (a) the name, (b) the salary, (c) the previous occupation and salary and (d) the terms and conditions of each political and special adviser in his Department; and what was the selection process used to appoint these persons. [2422]
There are currently two political and special advisers to the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. They are Ms Cathy McGlynn and Mr. T. Walker.Both were previously policy advisers to the right hon. Member for Copeland (Dr. Cunningham).The terms and conditions of each appointment are set out in the draft model contract, a copy of which has been placed in the Library of the House.
Special advisers are paid within a range of £24,349 to £73,484. Their salaries are negotiated individually and are confidential within this range. Details of this and of previous salary are not provided in order to protect the privacy of the individuals concerned.
These are personal appointments by the Minister following consultation with the permanent head of the Department and the Prime Minister.