The Code of Conduct for Ministers of the Crown, which is published by the Department of Premier and Cabinet in the Ministerial Handbook, continues to apply to all Ministers following the change of Government.

As stated in the preamble to the Code, it is essential for the maintenance of public confidence in the integrity of the Executive Government of the State that Ministers of the Crown exhibit, and be seen to exhibit, the highest standards of probity in the exercise of their offices, and that they pursue, and be seen to pursue, the best interests of the people of New South Wales to the exclusion of any other interest.

The Code also reiterates that it is essential for the proper working of Executive Government that Ministers of the Crown should enjoy and retain the trust and confidence of their ministerial colleagues both in their official dealings and in the manner in which they discharge their official responsibilities.

A copy of the current version of the Code of Conduct is also appended to this Memorandum. It will be revised and updated from time to time, with my approval, if required.

Barry O’Farrell MP
Premier