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EPISODE · Jun 20, 2025 · 56 MIN

How can politicians demonstrate ethical leadership?

from IfG Events · host Institute for Government

After 30 years of the Nolan Principles, ethical scandals – from partygate to freebiegate – are still a regular feature of UK political life and public trust in politicians remains low. What role do politicians play in leading by example? How should politicians in Westminster, devolved and local governments demonstrate their commitment to the Nolan Principles? How can they show ethical leadership within their organisations? And what does upholding standards look like in different political and governmental contexts?   Speakers:   Paula Barker MP, member of the Commons Select Committee on Standards Roger Gough, former leader of Kent County Council   Dr Melissa McCullough, Commissioner for Standards, NI Assembly Dave Penman, General Secretary, FDA   This session was chaired by Tim Durrant, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.   This event was part of the IfG’s conference, The Nolan Principles at 30: What does the future hold for standards in public life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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