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9: Clause 2, page 3, line 7, at end insert— “(6A) For the avoidance of doubt, the duty of candour and assistance referred to in this section, and the other requirements placed on public authorities by this Act, apply to interactions with the standing advocate appointed under section 35 of the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024.”Member's explanatory statement This amendment seeks to confirm that the duty of candour applies to any dealings public authorities and public officials may have with the Independent Public Advocate.