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OCPAS Conflict of Interest Leaflet

Published 17 May 2010

This leaflet gives guidance on what might be considered a conflict of interest when applying for a public appointment.

OCPAS Information Leaflet

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

Senior Civil Servants views on proposals for change to the Code

Published 15 Jan 2010

This document captures the views of Senior Civil Servants on the Commissioner's proposals for changes to the Code.

Chairs views on proposals for change 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.

Guidance on Recording Ministers’ Appointment Decisions June 2009

Published 26 Jun 2009

The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code

Guidance on planning meetings

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.

Guidance on the Content of Candidate Summaries January 2009

Published 07 Jan 2009

The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code.

Guidance on Handling Lack of Choice for Ministers January 2009

Published 07 Jan 2009

The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code.

Guidance on Recording Selection Panel Decisions January 2009

Published 07 Jan 2009

The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code. (pdf supplied)

Public Appointments and Public Bodies etc. (Scotland) Act 2003

Published 30 Mar 2003

The Act setting up the Commissioner’s post and office and outlining its functions.



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