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-Asare
As 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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