Standards Commission For Scotland
The Standards Commission for Scotland is responsible for enforcing the Code of Conduct. They act upon reports presented by the Chief Investigation Officer, a separate office. Members of the Commission are appointed by Scottish Ministers. The Commission has a protocol for shared aims and objectives with the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman.
Read more about this topic: Ethical Standards In Public Life Etc. (Scotland) Act 2000
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