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Written question asked by Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay (Conservative) on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 November 2025. It was answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 November 2025 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Baroness Shafik

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent on 21 October (HL11034), whether they will place in the Library of the House a copy of Baroness Shafik’s declaration of interests provided to the Cabinet Office as a direct ministerial appointment in accordance the Cabinet Office guidance on direct appointments published May 2022; and what specific management or mitigation measures have been agreed with Cabinet Office in relation to those declared interests.

Answer

In line with the longstanding approach over multiple administrations, it is not appropriate to publish confidential declaration of interests documentation.

As the Noble Lord will be aware, the process for declaring and managing any outside interests in relation to this role has been conducted robustly and in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Board Members of Public Bodies and other government guidance. There are mitigations in place to manage any potential issues.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL11240
Session
2024-26
Related items
Baroness Shafik
Tuesday, 21 October 2025
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Public appointments Members' interests Department for Culture, Media and Sport Shafik, Baroness
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk