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I do not know what you think of the reply that we got, but there may be some cause for concern still. I agree. It is clear that the code of practice is legislative in character.
At a later date, we will consider various changes to the code of conduct. Members should have a copy of some draft standing orders and a covering note for each one that sets out the background to the changes.
The thing that we would like to be included in the bill would facilitate good use of the code, so we would be able to see how the code could be changed in the future.
At stage 1 the committee was exercised by the potential for review of the code of practice. We were concerned that the code should promote best practice, rather than provide a lowest common denominator.