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Published 17 May 2010
This leaflet gives guidance on what might be considered a conflict of interest when applying for a public appointment.
PDF Download - OCPAS Conflict of Interest Leaflet (44KB PDF File)
MS Word Download - OCPAS Conflict of Interest Leaflet (311KB MS Word File)
Published 17 May 2010
This leaflet describes OCPAS role in the public appointments process and gives details on how to make a complaint. It is included in every application pack for regulated public appointments
PDF Download - OCPAS Information Leaflet (61KB PDF File)
MS Word Download - OCPAS Information Leaflet (289KB MS Word File)
Published 15 Jan 2010
This document captures the views of Senior Civil Servants on the Commissioner's proposals for changes to the Code.
Published 15 Jan 2010
This document captures the views of the Chairs of regulated public bodies on the Commissioner's proposals for changes to the Code.
Published 26 Jun 2009
The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code
Published 12 Mar 2009
This guidance sets out what must be agreed at the outset of every appointment round. The guidance has statutory force and should be read in conjunction with the Code.
PDF Download - Guidance on planning meetings (27KB PDF File)
MS Word Download - Guidance on planning meetings (121KB MS Word File)
Published 07 Jan 2009
The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code.
Published 07 Jan 2009
The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code.
Published 07 Jan 2009
The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code. (pdf supplied)
Published 26 Jun 2006
PDF Download - Code of Practice for Ministerial Appointments April 2006 (403KB PDF File)
MS Word Download - Code of Practice for Ministerial Appointments April 2006 (993KB MS Word File)
Published 19 May 2006
Published 30 Mar 2006
PDF Download - Code of Practice Launch Press Release (21KB PDF File)
MS Word Download - Code of Practice Launch Press Release (100KB MS Word File)
Published 17 May 2005
PDF Download - Code of Practice Consultation Press Release (476KB PDF File)
MS Word Download - Code of Practice Consultation Press Release (86KB MS Word File)
Published 30 Mar 2003
The Act setting up the Commissioner’s post and office and outlining its functions.
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