61852 (2024). Francisco Hernandez to the Associate Minister of Health

61852 (2024). Francisco Hernandez to the Associate Minister of Health: What work from home policies and other flexible working arrangements, if any, does the Minister have for their ministerial offices and how many employees have them?

Hon David Seymour: The Ministerial Services business group within the Department of Internal Affairs is responsible for employing all Ministerial office staff (except Portfolio Private Secretaries who are seconded by the respective government agencies). The Department has current guidance that supports the requirements of the organisation. Work from home and other flexible working arrangements are considered on a case-by-case basis and require agreement of the respective Manager or Senior Private Secretary.