Question to the Ministry of Justice:

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what discussions he has had with trade unions on the experiences of staff in his Department.

The Secretary of State has not held discussions with Ministry of Justice trade unions specifically on the experiences of staff in the Ministry of Justice. Engagement with trade unions on workforce matters within the Department takes place through established official level employee relations arrangements.

The Secretary of State has held introductory meetings with all HMPPS recognised trade unions (Prisons and Probation) and has discussed a range of staff related issues brought forward by the respective trade union representatives on behalf of their members.