HC Deb 10 March 2003 vol 401 c118W
Mr. Gibb

To ask the Deputy Prime Minister what plans he has to introduce a referrals unit for complaints to the Standards Board for England. [101220]

Mr. Leslie

This is an operational matter for the Standards Board. I understand that a referrals unit is already in place, with the function of assisting the Board in its consideration of allegations. Provisions in the Local Government Bill will allow the Standards Board flexibility to introduce other arrangements for the efficient handling of misconduct allegations.