The UK government is overhauling its standards regime by establishing a new independent Ethics and Integrity Commission, replacing the much-criticized Acoba watchdog.
Ministers who breach conduct rules or serve less than six months will lose their severance payouts, ending the practice of 'golden goodbyes' for rule-breakers. The new commission will have stronger enforcement powers, including financial penalties for those who break post-ministerial lobbying rules. These reforms aim to restore public trust and raise standards in public life, following years of criticism over lax oversight and costly payouts.
The changes are set to take effect from October.
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