Glossary
This section explains key parliamentary and government terms.
Impact Assessment
A document explaining the expected effects of a proposed policy or law.
Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards
The adviser who supports the Prime Minister and ministers on ministerial standards and interests.
Independent Candidate
A candidate standing for election without a registered political party label.
Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme
Abbreviation: ICGS
Parliament’s independent mechanism for complaints about bullying, harassment or sexual misconduct.
Independent Expert Panel
Abbreviation: IEP
The independent panel that determines appeals and sanctions in certain cases involving MPs.
Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority
Abbreviation: IPSA
The independent body that regulates and administers MPs’ business costs and decides MPs’ pay and pensions.
Information Commissioner’s Office
Abbreviation: ICO
The UK regulator for data protection and freedom of information.
Integrated Care Board
Abbreviation: ICB
An NHS body responsible for planning health services for a local area in England.
International Agreements Committee
Abbreviation: IAC
A House of Lords committee that scrutinises treaties and international agreements.