25/03/2022 - CNPA BdPaper 5Annex1FINAL Model Code of Conduct AS APPROVED

This document contains the Model Code of Conduct for members of devolved public bodies, issued by the Scottish Ministers and laid before the Scottish Parliament. It outlines the expected conduct and key principles of public life for those serving on public bodies in Scotland, covering areas such as general conduct, registration and declaration of interests, and lobbying. The Code emphasizes the importance of duty, selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership. It also defines terms like 'bullying', 'confidential information', 'gifts' and 'harassment' and explains the process for dealing with breaches of the code, including potential sanctions. This version of the Model Code of Conduct is not yet in force and will come into force after it has been approved by the Parliament.