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Has there been appropriate consultation within the government?

All relevant government agencies should be consulted at an early stage.

It is important to consult with all relevant agencies and resolve any inter-agency differences in respect of the proposed legislation before seeking Cabinet approval for both the policy papers and draft bill. This will help to identify possible conflicts or inconsistencies with any legislation or policies that may already exist or currently be in development. It will also help to identify interest groups or other sections of the public that should be consulted.

Effective and appropriate consultation within government is a Cabinet requirement.[1] The CabGuide also provides some useful guidance on who to consult within the government.

 

[1] Cabinet Office Cabinet Manual 2017 at 7.27.

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