Name of code
The Ethical Code of Public Service Officials [Ametniku eetikakoodeks]
Originator of code
Council of Public Service Officers
Country
Estonia
Original language
Estonian
Year of creation
2015
Type of code
Public institutions
Main frame of accountability
Professional
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Non-mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Procedural
Diversity
Yes
AI/automation
No
The Civil Servant Ethics Code was developed by the Ethics Council for Civil Servants. The Ethics Code outlines the main values to be followed, including legality, people-centeredness, reliability, expertise, impartiality, openness and cooperation. Openness includes also transparency in the work of civil servants as well as the inclusion and involvement of the stakeholders and the overall public.
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