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Having read the proceedings of the Standards Committee, I can tell members that the committee is examining the civil service code of conduct and the way in which it relates to our activities.
We have a similar situation in respect of the Scottish Executive's freedom of information unit, which is responsible for the implementation of the legislation and for the codes of practice, on which it is required to consult me.
The bill will deliver those provisions.In recognition of the concerns that have been expressed about consent given, the bill will add the further safeguard that the patient must consent in writing to treatment. We will also ensure that the code of practice provides guidance on the matter.
However, they are concerned about the use of adversarial court procedures to settle family disputes.We consulted with the Scottish Executive on PE355. It has indicated that a new code of conduct has been drawn up under the Ethical Standards in Public Life etc (Scotland) Act 2000, which will affect councillors' behaviour.
Schedule 3, as amended, agreed to.Section 11—Codes of practice Section 11—Codes of practice I call the minister to speak to amendment 17, which is grouped with amendments 18, 19, 20, 65, 66, 67 and 68, in the name of the minister.