Politics

Morgan McSweeney Urges Overhaul of Ministerial Quasi-Judicial Powers

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Morgan McSweeney called for a review of cabinet ministers' quasi-judicial powers before the House of Lords.

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He argued that departmental rules block wider cabinet discussion and slow down government delivery.

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The former chief of staff criticized the cumulative weight of administrative conventions restricting the prime minister.

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McSweeney suggested that prime ministerial powers should be clearly identified and codified in writing.

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