Briefing on the Code of Conduct for Lobbyists

Several of the main issues with the code, and why they require change, are illustrated in the attached briefing.

1. Lobbyists should respect a cooling-off period before hiring high-level public officials;

2. Lobbyists must not employ or pay MEPs or their assistants;

3. Clarity needed over “inappropriate behaviour”;

4. Open discussion about cash-for-access/influence;

5. Better monitoring and enforcement.