Public Sector: Accountability
Lords · Question HL3290 · Tabled 9 Sep 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record
Answered 21 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Alton of Liverpool
To ask His Majesty's Government how many separate codes of conduct they expect clause 10 of the Public Office (Accountability) Bill to produce; and what work will be involved collectively in preparing, approving, maintaining, and administering these codes
Answer
Answered by Lord Lemos, 21 Sep 2026
All core public authorities will be required to adopt and publish a Code of Ethical Conduct. This includes all central government departments, National Health Services bodies, local authorities, police forces and state schools. Approximately six million p...