answer text |
<p>A revised set of consultation principles was published in 2016 to give clear guidance
to government departments on consultations. These principles are attached to this
answer.</p><p>These do not provide exact criteria for when consultations should and
should not be undertaken, as it is important to consider the specific circumstances
for each policy. The Government is committed to engaging with the public and other
interested parties through formal and informal consultation, in the most appropriate
manner for the policy in question.</p>
|
|