Written Question · S3W-04825 · Session 3
Further to the answer to question S3W-29 by John Swinney on 30 May 2007, whether it will clarify the length of the short-term contract unde…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29 by John Swinney on 30 May 2007, whether it will clarify the length of the short-term contract under which Jennifer Erickson was appointed to establish the Council of Economic Advisers.
The answer
Jennifer Ericksonhas been engaged on a contractual basis since 1 June as a self-employed consultant.Her remit is:
1. Working to the First Minister and the CabinetSecretary for Finance and Sustainable Growth, and in collaboration with the Director-GeneralEconomy, to be responsible for developing the concept of the Council of EconomicAdvisers, for developing the role of the council, for making recommendations onthe potential membership of the council, including approaching individuals informallyto ascertain their interest and suitability, for advising on the launch of thecouncil and on its proposed working arrangements and programme of work.
2. To provide such other advice on economicand other matters as the First Minister requests, in collaboration with colleagues.
Ms Erickson is beingpaid a daily rate (based on 7.5 hour days). As of 15 October 2007 she has worked 97 days. Her contract expires on 31 October2007.
1. Working to the First Minister and the CabinetSecretary for Finance and Sustainable Growth, and in collaboration with the Director-GeneralEconomy, to be responsible for developing the concept of the Council of EconomicAdvisers, for developing the role of the council, for making recommendations onthe potential membership of the council, including approaching individuals informallyto ascertain their interest and suitability, for advising on the launch of thecouncil and on its proposed working arrangements and programme of work.
2. To provide such other advice on economicand other matters as the First Minister requests, in collaboration with colleagues.
Ms Erickson is beingpaid a daily rate (based on 7.5 hour days). As of 15 October 2007 she has worked 97 days. Her contract expires on 31 October2007.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S3W-04825 by reference.