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Written Question Published 31 Mar 2026 Ministry of Justice ↗ View on Parliament

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether the Public Office (Accountability) Bill will explicitly apply to all universities.

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether the Public Office (Accountability) Bill will explicitly apply to all universities.

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To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether the Public Office (Accountability) Bill will explicitly apply to all universities.

AnswerThe duty of candour and assistance will apply to any body when exercising public functions. This would capture some aspects of the work of universities and other Higher Education Institutions. The duty also extends to those with a relevant health and safe...