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<p>The Cabinet Office is committed to ensuring that individuals who serve on the boards
of our public bodies uphold the highest standards of conduct. Public appointments
are made in line with the Governance Code on Public Appointments.</p><p> </p><p>The
Governance Code on Public Appointments sets out that Advisory Assessment Panels must
satisfy themselves that all candidates for appointment can meet the Seven Principles
of Public Life and can adhere to the Code of Conduct for board members of public bodies.</p><p>
</p><p>On application, all candidates are asked to declare any relevant interests
that they may have. These are discussed with candidates at interview. The department
also provides the panel with other information such as open source material that they
may wish to consider in reaching a judgement in a fair and open way. References may
be taken up depending on the role.</p><p> </p>
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