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Government response to Standards Committee call for evidence

18 March 2022

Proposing MP
Michael Ellis Con
Northampton North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses the Government's response to the House of Commons Committee on Standards' proposals for reforming the Code of Conduct for Members, focusing on rules for MPs and Ministers.

Action Requested

The Government has published its joint response to the Standards Committee, supports the principle of a right to appeal in the review of the Code of Conduct system, and looks forward to further debate on these issues. It also publishes its position on the Localism Act 2011's operation regarding local government ethical standards.

Key Facts

  • The Government published its joint response to the Standards Committee on 29 November 2021.
  • The Government introduced an amendment on 17 November 2021 limiting MPs from paid work as parliamentary strategists, advisers or consultants and outside work should be within reasonable limits.
  • The Government awaits Sir Ernest Ryder’s review of the House's current system for investigating breaches of the Code of Conduct.
  • The Government supports transparency and accountability in local government under the Localism Act 2011.
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