Rectification - Project Open Gov

A process used to resolve less serious breaches of the Commons standards rules.

Category: Parliament and elections Parliamentary procedure

Also used as: rectification process, rectified, allegations rectified, rectifying a breach

Source / explainer: Read the House of Commons standards process explainer

Last reviewed: 22 August 2026

Rectification is a process used to resolve less serious breaches of the Commons standards rules. It usually involves acknowledging the breach, apologising where appropriate and taking steps to put the matter right or prevent the problem recurring.

Related terms

House of Commons Code of ConductThe rules setting expected standards of conduct for MPs in their public role.Parliamentary Commissioner for StandardsThe independent House of Commons officer responsible for monitoring the Code of Conduct and registers.Standards InvestigationAn inquiry into whether an MP may have breached the House of Commons Code of Conduct or related rules.