NEW CODE OF CONDUCT FOR LOBBYISTS IN IRELAND

A CODE OF CONDUCT FOR LOBBYISTS came into effect as of 1st January 2019. The code, compiled by the Standards in Public Office Commission (Sipo), falls under the Regulation of Lobbying Act 2015. It was developed following a public consultation process, and takes into account other models and international best practice.

Code of Conduct

Persons carrying on lobbying activities shall have regard to the following principles:

1)     Demonstrating Respect for Public Bodies