Conduct guide - Public Sector Commission - The Western Australian ...

Section one
Describes the types of issues and conduct expectations a public sector body’s code of
conduct can include and discusses what policies and activities may support a public sector
body’s code. When developing or reviewing a code of conduct public sector bodies should
check the specific provisions of any applicable legislation to make sure their code reflects
the objectives intended by Parliament.
Public sector bodies also need to ensure they identify and address the risks associated
with their work when setting their code of conduct.
Section two
Codes of conduct should take into account the mandatory requirements that are common
across the sector. These include, but are not limited to: Legislation, Commissioner’s
Instructions, Premier’s Circulars, Public Sector Commissioner’s Circulars and Treasurer’s
Instructions.
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Introduction
Conduct guide