Source · Select Committees · Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee
Recommendation 16
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The letters of engagement issued to direct appointments are tantamount to a contract of employment.
Recommendation
The letters of engagement issued to direct appointments are tantamount to a contract of employment. They state the purpose for which the appointment is being made, the term length, and their accountability. These letters should be shared with the Chair of the relevant Select Committee when the appointment is made. (Paragraph 73) The Ministerial Code
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 21 July 2023. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗