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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Ministerial Code

23 November 2020 · Prime Minister

Proposed by Boris Johnson Con Uxbridge and South Ruislip

Standards & Ethics

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • Boris Johnson updates UK Parliament on an investigation into allegations against the Home Secretary.
  • Johnson emphasizes the importance of trust, respect, and professionalism in political and civil service relationships.
  • The matter is considered closed with full confidence in the Home Secretary.

Issue summary

Boris Johnson updates the UK Parliament on an investigation into allegations against the Home Secretary regarding her conduct under the Ministerial Code.

Action requested

Johnson has written a letter to all Ministers and Permanent Secretaries emphasizing the importance of mutual trust, respect, and professionalism in relationships between politicians and civil servants. He considers this matter closed with full confidence in the Home Secretary.

Key facts

  • Sir Alex Allan advised that the Home Secretary's conduct did not meet high standards expected under the Ministerial Code.
  • Johnson wrote a letter to all Ministers and Permanent Secretaries about improving working relationships and preventing bullying.
  • The Home Secretary is unaware of the impact her behaviour had on individuals.
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