Written question asked by Lord Lester of Herne Hill (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 10 November 2003. It was answered by Lord Bassam of Brighton (Labour) on Monday, 10 November 2003.

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Bassam of Brighton, Lord

Question

Whether Ministers of the Crown have a duty to respect the independence and impartiality of the Civil Service [HL 515].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 515; 654 c168-9WA

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Civil servants Ministers Political impartiality