ethics
Rules to stop ex-ministers taking plum jobs were toothless – vetting watchdog
Lord Pickles said financial penalties were needed if the regulations against revolving door appointments were going to be taken seriously.
Ethics adviser seeks more efficient approach to ministers’ interests publication
Sir Laurie Magnus suggested that there was ‘merit’ in asking ministers to ‘attest annually’ that they have read the Ministerial Code.
Scrap 14-day limit on embryo testing, urges ethicist
Scientists have said the 14-day rule, endorsed in 1984, does not take account of newer medical advances.
Norman Hamilton: We all fall short - why can't we just admit our failings?
There are numerous examples to show that humility and truthfulness in public life cannot be taken for granted, which makes any sincere acknowledgement of failings in government noteworthy - and, says Rev Dr Norman Hamilton, opens up a wider ethical issue for us all
How far should a business go in its ethical approach to protect employees?
LAST week a concerning statistic for the business community in the UK and Ireland emerged which didn’t directly relate to economic performance, employment, Brexit, skills availability or any other pressing issue.