...We welcome their interest in helping explain the complex standards landscape to the public. Not least the difference between the House of Commons Standards Committee and the Committee on Standards...
...by next summer. I welcome the fact that serious thought is being given to reforms but am concerned that eighteen months will have been lost. Proactive and ongoing attention to...
...rules is addressed appropriately. Our report focuses on encouraging compliance through developing the system of civil sanctions overseen by a strong and independent Electoral Commission. We recognise that the Commission...
...Instances of abuse in recent years have contributed to a growing public cynicism which leads to a lack of trust and confidence in political decision making. We welcome the fact...
