Select committee: Industry and Regulators Committee
Conclusion 43
1st Report - Who watches the watchdogs? Improving the performance, independence and accountability of UK regulators
Published 8 Feb 2024
Paragraph 223
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Conclusion (the committee's words)
As in the case of the National Audit Office, such a body should be accountable to Parliament, rather than the Government. Its remit will need to be designed carefully so that it complements, rather than conflicts, with existing parliamentary scrutiny of regulators. It would need specialist, experienced staff to aid Parliament in conducting effective scrutiny.
From: Industry and Regulators Committee, 1st Report - Who watches the watchdogs? Improving the performance, independence and accountability of UK regulators, paragraph 223, 8 February 2024
Government response
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