A Call for More Transparency in Public Service
An officer of the British Parliament has pointed out that politicians and public servants must put the public's interest before their own, and argues that officials forfeit their right to complete privacy once they decide to take up office.
Dr Kathryn Stone, the Independent Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards of the British House of Commons, made the argument during Monday's virtual international conference.
She pointed out that some private matters may become of public interest, a troubling concept for some public servants, and even some people who are not public officials.
Dr. Kathryn Stone.
As part of the reform process, Montserrat is considering a register of interest.
Governor Her Excellency, Sarah Tucker indicated that this would call on senior public officials to declare their interest.
Governor Her Excellency, Sarah Tucker.