The Better Regulation Executive: making regulation work for everyone
Government departments should carry out a full public consultation whenever options are being considered for a new policy or if new regulation is planned. For more information about how and when to carry out a consultation, visit the Guidance on the Code of Practice on Consultation. The guidance gives information and advice on the broad consultation process, including informal consultation, as well as formal written consultation.
Code of Practice: The Cabinet Office Code of Practice on Consultation sets out the basic principles for conducting effective Government consultations.
Consultation Guidance: Guidance for running consultations in government.
Current Cabinet Office Consultations: A list of currernt Cabinet Office consultations with links for more information.
Government Consultations: Links to departmental consultation websites.
Annual Reports: Assessment of perfomance on government consultations.