Standards in Public Life Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office

Standards in Public Life

Steve Darling Excerpts
Monday 9th February 2026

(6 days, 19 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Darren Jones Portrait Darren Jones
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I would be very happy to meet my hon. Friend and colleagues and to do anything I can in pursuit of that outcome.

Steve Darling Portrait Steve Darling (Torbay) (LD)
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It is jaw-dropping how many rich and powerful people were within Epstein’s orbit, and how many of them believed that they were untouchable. It is important that we have a culture that is supportive and trusting around whistleblowers, so does the Minister agree that we need to have an office for whistleblowers as the backbone of such a positive culture?

Darren Jones Portrait Darren Jones
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I agree with the hon. Member that we need to ensure that those processes are available in all circumstances. My understanding is that the legislation was updated in recent years, but I am happy to consider any inputs from him and other Members if they wish to send them to me.