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Propriety and standards

Propriety

Propriety guidance and the Civil Service Code define how civil servants can properly and effectively present the policies and programmes of the Government. It is vital that government communicators do their work objectively and without political bias. This guidance has been developed to inform them of their responsibilities and provide advice for specific situations they may encounter.

• Propriety guidance [PDF, 142KB, 21 pages]
• Civil Service Code

Sponsorship

Sponsorship guidance advises departments on the propriety of working on communications activity in partnership with organisations from the private, public and voluntary sectors. Each campaign needs to be looked at carefully and individually and considered on its own merits.

• Sponsorship guidance [External website]