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Written question asked by Angela Rayner (Labour) on Wednesday, 30 March 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 19 April 2022 (named day). It was answered by Michael Ellis (Conservative) on Tuesday, 19 April 2022 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.

Ministers: Codes of Practice

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what advice the Prime Minister received from the Independent Adviser on Ministerial Interests on the need for an (a) instruction to Ministers, (b) amendment to the Ministerial Code and (c) other legal instrument to underpin his powers; and whether those have been put into place.

Answer

As set out in the Prime Minister’s letter of 21 December 2021, work has been underway to make sure that the Independent Adviser and his office receive the highest standards of support and attention - whether by way of Instruction to Ministers, Ministerial Code or clearer legal instrument. That work continues, and the Government will provide an update in due course.

Additional dedicated support for the Independent Adviser’s office has been allocated through the annual Cabinet Office business planning process. This support includes the provision of a dedicated team of civil service staff who will provide day-to-day support under the direction of the Independent Adviser. Further information will be set out in the Independent Adviser’s annual report.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
150182
Session
2021-22
Grouped for answer
Yes
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Codes of practice Ministers Independent Adviser on Ministers' Interests
Link
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