Question to the HM Treasury:

To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, what financial impact assessment the Government has made relating to the transfer of HM Revenue and Customs posts from East Kilbride to Glasgow.

In relation to the Locations Programme, including the move of staff from East Kilbride to Glasgow, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has regular contact with the departmental trade unions, through scheduled monthly and other meetings and/ or correspondence, to ensure they are aware of its developing plans. Departmental trade unions are briefed in advance of any announcements.

HMRC works with the unions to seek individual solutions for staff members unable to move to regional centres.

HMRC continues to work with local councils and relevant stakeholders across the UK, including those in Scotland, throughout implementation of this strategy.

HMRC’s decision to move to regional centres is part of a wider Government strategy to develop Government hubs. HMRC is prioritising its commitment to maximising tax revenue, increasing compliance and reducing the tax gap.