Revenue and Customs: Ealing

(asked on 12th May 2020) - View Source

Question to the HM Treasury:

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment he has made of the effect of the new covid-19 public health guidelines to avoid using public transport while travelling to work on the definition of reasonable travelling distance for those HMRC staff without private means of transport who face relocation to the new regional centre in Stratford following the proposed closure of the office at International House, Ealing.


Answered by
Jesse Norman Portrait
Jesse Norman
This question was answered on 18th May 2020

HMRC have supported over 50,000 colleagues to work from home during the current COVID-19 crisis. For those who have to attend the workplace to fulfil their role by using public transport, HMRC have provided additional support to them through flexibility and support with additional travel costs, to allow them to ensure their journey meets government guidance.

HMRC recognise the challenges faced by their staff, particularly in locations where journeys are more difficult. HMRC have a range of policies and support in place, including remote working where possible.

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