Published 26 Aug 2010

Our annual accounts for 2009-10 as laid before the Scottish Parliament on 26 August 2010.

Published 27 Aug 2010

Audit Scotland has appointed Grant Thornton as OCPAS's external auditors. This is their report on our accounts for 2009-10.

Published 12 Aug 2010

This report covers our investigation of a complaint about the reappointment of a board member to Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd

Published 10 Jun 2010

The Commissioner's proposed revised code of practice for ministerial appointments to public bodies in Scotland. This is a consultation document.

Published 10 Jun 2010

This questionnaire seeks the views of stakeholders on the Commissioner's proposals for a revised code of practice.

Published 26 May 2010

OCPAS publishes a register of interests. This contains the declared interests of the Commissioner, staff and assessors.

Published 17 May 2010

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

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

Published 01 Apr 2010

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This report details the progress made in 2009-10 to achieving the recommendations set out in Diversity Delivers, the first equal opportunities strategy for public appointments in Scotland.

Published 31 Mar 2010

Published 31 Mar 2010

This gives details of gifts and hospitality offered to the Commissioner and OCPAS staff.

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 07 Jan 2010

Published 21 Oct 2009

This offers help on applying for a public appointment. What to consider when completing your application or preparing for interview.

Published 21 Oct 2009

This offers help with completing an application form. It gives examples of the criteria commonly found in public appointments and gives some sample responses.

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The following guidance should be read in conjunction with the Code

Published 26 Jun 2009

Published 15 May 2009

This document provides guidance to selection panels on seeking further information from applicants.

Published 06 Apr 2009

This document explains the different types of application method that selection panels can choose for an appointment round.

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.

Published 19 Jan 2009

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)

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This is an example of an application form for a public appointment.

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