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Ministry of Justice: Public Appointments

Asked by Nick TimothyConservativeMinistry of JusticeTabled Answered 14 July 2026UIN 15041

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what legal advice he took before the Ministry of Justice published the Public appointments diversity and outreach strategy 2026.

Answered by Jake Richards

Any legal advice sought or provided between a lawyer and client is subject to legal professional privilege.

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