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Ministers: Criminal Records

Asked by Mike WoodConservativeCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 23 September 2025UIN 75369

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether Ministers are asked by (a) his Department, (b) the Independent Adviser on Ministerial Interests and (c) their Department whether they have a criminal record prior to their Ministerial appointment.

Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds

There is an established process in place for the appointment of ministers. Any conversations held take place in confidence. All ministers are expected to adhere to the high standards of conduct set out in the Ministerial Code.

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