Formal Consultations are often required for new legislation and important proposals. The Cabinet Office uses a strict set of requirements to govern Formal Consultations.
The UK Government Consultation Index aims to encourage members of the public to take part in consultations and provides access to a list of all public consultation documents.
Current formal consultationsFormal Consultations are often required for new legislation and important proposals.
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Consultation criteria and code of practiceWe conduct our Consultations according to the Code of Practice on Written Consultation issued by the Cabinet Office.
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Archive and responsesAccess any responses and outcomes for our formal consultations.