Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 73832
Special Advisers: Political Parties
Tabled: 1 September 2025
Answered: 3 September 2025
Question
Kevin Hollinrake
Conservative — Thirsk and Malton
To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether his Department has issued guidance to special advisers on undertaking opposition research involving individual politicians.
Answer
Ms Abena Oppong-AsareAs has been the case under successive governments, special advisers are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Special Advisers at all times. No specific guidance has been issued on special advisers undertaking opposition research involving individ...
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