Ethics and Integrity Commission: Lobbying, Business Appointment Rules and Disclosure
EIC-LBD-34
Published 9 July 2026
Addressed to Cabinet Office
Response position and delivery status are recorded separately. Acceptance does not establish implementation.
Recommendation (the Commission's words)
Cabinet Office should explore the potential for sanctions for breaches of the BARs, including those against prospective employers, to strengthen enforcement of the system.
From: Ethics and Integrity Commission, Lobbying, Business Appointment Rules and Disclosure, 9 July 2026