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Recommendation 4
4
Paragraph: 51
Given the importance of transparency, including criminal sanctions in any statutory duty of candour appears...
Conclusion
Given the importance of transparency, including criminal sanctions in any statutory duty of candour appears justified, but the right not to self-incriminate, protected at common law and under Article 6 ECHR, must also be respected.
Paragraph Reference:
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Government Response
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