Independent Adviser on Ministers’ Interests (Appointment by Parliament) Bill

Key Points

• Parliament would appoint the Independent Adviser on Ministers’ Interests (not the government).
• The Adviser would monitor ministers’ declared interests and potential conflicts of interest.
• The Adviser would report to Parliament on findings and recommendations.
• The bill includes connected provisions related to independent oversight of ministers’ interests.

Progress

The bill is at the very early stage of consideration, currently in the 1st reading in the Commons (sponsored by Christine Jardine). No further stages have begun yet.