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Regulation of lobbyists

Asked if the Prime Minister was satisfied that regulation of lobbyists was being brought in fast enough, the PMS said that the Government had done a lot to increase transparency and this would help to raise people’s confidence in the political system. But on the issue of lobbyists she said it is important to get it right which is why the Government has published a consultation document to seek views on this issue.

Asked if the Government had already sought views from some stakeholders in order to draft the consultation document, the PMS confirmed that it not be unusual to seek views when preparing policy for consultation and, as part of usual process, we would now have a formal consultation.

Asked if the Prime Minister had a view on Trade Unions and charities who represent a particular cause should be treated the same as hired lobbyists, the PMS said we were seeking views through the consultation to define the scope of lobbying and lobbyists .

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