Fast Stream Ethics & Civil Service Values

Question 1

Which of the following correctly lists the four core values outlined in the Civil Service Code?

Accepted Answer

Integrity, Honesty, Objectivity, Impartiality

Answer

The Civil Service Code defines four core values: integrity, honesty, objectivity, and impartiality — transparency, fairness, and neutrality are not among them.

Question 2

Under the Civil Service Code, what does 'integrity' primarily mean for a civil servant?

Accepted Answer

Putting the obligations of public service above personal interests

Answer

Integrity in the Civil Service Code means civil servants must put the obligations of public service above their own personal interests and must not misuse their position for personal gain.

Question 3

The Nolan Principles (Seven Principles of Public Life) were first established in 1995 by which body?

Accepted Answer

The Committee on Standards in Public Life

Answer

Lord Nolan's Committee on Standards in Public Life established the seven principles in 1995, and they apply to all holders of public office.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the Seven Nolan Principles of Public Life?

Accepted Answer

Efficiency

Answer

The seven Nolan Principles are selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership — efficiency is an operational concept, not an ethical principle.

Question 5

If a civil servant believes they are being asked to act in a way that conflicts with the Civil Service Code, what is the correct first step?

Accepted Answer

Raise the concern with their line manager or a more senior official

Answer

The Civil Service Code directs civil servants to raise concerns internally with a line manager or more senior official before escalating outside the department.

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Fast Stream Ethics & Civil Service Values