Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards

The adviser who supports the Prime Minister and ministers on ministerial standards and interests.

Category: Government roles and offices Public bodies and agencies

Also used as: Independent Adviser, Independent Adviser on Ministers’ Interests, Independent Adviser on Ministers' Interests, ministerial standards adviser, Prime Minister’s Independent Adviser

Official website: Visit the Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards

Source / explainer: Read the Ministerial Code

Last reviewed: 22 August 2026

The Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards advises the Prime Minister and ministers on adherence to the Ministerial Code, including the management of ministers’ interests. The adviser may also have a role in investigations and in advice under the Business Appointment Rules for former ministers.

Related terms

Business Appointment RulesRules applying when former ministers, civil servants and some Crown servants take up roles after leaving office.List of Ministers’ InterestsA published statement of relevant interests of government ministers.MinisterA member of the government with responsibility for a policy area or department.Ministerial CodeThe Prime Minister’s code setting out standards and guidance for government ministers.