Public sector accountants are governed by the ‘The Seven Principles of Public Life‘:
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Public sector accountants are governed by the ‘The Seven Principles of Public Life‘:
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Leadership
Leadership
Individuals must promote and respect the other principles
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Honesty
Honesty
Conflicts of interest must be declared
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Objectivity
Objectivity
Appointments and contracts awarded on merit
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Accountability
Accountability
Individuals are responsible for their own actions
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Integrity
Integrity
Avoid actions which could unduly influence decision making
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Selflessness
Selflessness
Individuals must always act solely in the public interest
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Openness
Openness
Information on decision making must be made available.
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