Questions and Answers about the Code of Conduct
Contents
- Title page
- When did the code of conduct come into effect?
- Why do we need a code of conduct?
- Who is covered by the code of conduct?
- Who is not covered by the code of conduct?
- Why does the code of conduct apply to more than just Public Service departments?
- Why doesn't the code of conduct apply to Crown entity board members acting in their personal capacity? What happens if they act inappropriately?
- How do agencies' codes of conduct interface with the Commissioner's code? Which code takes priority?
- What will I do to apply the code of conduct?
- Who can I go to for additional advice and guidance?
- What is the life expectancy of the code of conduct?
- What is the history of the code of conduct?
- What is the legal status of the code of conduct?
- Has the code of conduct been endorsed by the government?
- What value is there for the public in the code of conduct?
- What value does the code of conduct add?
- Can I (or my agency) have a variation to the code of conduct?
- Can I (or my agency) opt out of the code of conduct?
- What does my agency need to do to put the code of conduct in place?
- Why is there no reference to the Treaty of Waitangi in the code of conduct?
- How does this code of conduct fit with other legislative requirements?
- What consultation took place before the code of conduct was finalised?
- What is the relationship between the State Services Commissioner and State servants?
Resource information
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PDF version
The Q&As on the Standards of Integrity and Conduct (the Code of Conduct) has been updated to incorporate the 2013 amendments to the State Sector Act.
To print/download the Q&As use the PDF version attached.
See also:
'Understanding the Code of Conduct - Guidance for State servants'
'Implementing the Code of Conduct - Resources for organisations'
The organisations covered by the code
Media statement from the State Services Commissioner on launch of the code. For further information email: integrityandconduct@ssc.govt.nz