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Code of Conduct

Why We Need to Fix Parliament – and How to Do It

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Code of Conduct

By: Chris Bryant
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 Bloomsbury presents Code of Conduct written and read by Chris Bryant.

THE INSTANT TOP TWO SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
SHORTLISTED FOR THE PARLIAMENTARY BOOK AWARDS

Longstanding Labour MP Chris Bryant tells the inside story of what went so wrong with Westminster – and how we might solve it.

'Takes a bulldozer to the crumbling edifice of parliamentary standards' JAMES O'BRIEN
'Absolutely riveting. I read, I blink, I gasp' REVEREND RICHARD COLES
'Vital. It should serve as a wake-up call to all of us' ALASTAIR CAMPBELL
'A lively, forensic, engrossing, sometimes entertaining, often disturbing and always unflinching interrogation of what's gone wrong with our legislature' ANDREW RAWNSLEY, OBSERVER

The extraordinary turmoil we have seen in British politics in the last few years has set records. With the last government, we had the fastest turnover of ministers in our history and more MPs suspended from the House than ever. Rules were flouted repeatedly, sometimes in plain sight. The government seemed unable to escape the brush of sleaze. And just when we thought it was all going to calm down a bit, another scandal would break.

Having spent years as Chair of the Committees on Standards and Privileges, Chris Bryant had a front-row seat for the battle over standards in our politics. Taking us inside the Pugin-carpeted corridors of Westminster, from the prime minister's office to the Strangers' Bar, he examines how parliament got into this mess and suggests how it might – at last – get its house in order.©2023 Chris Bryant (P)2023 Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Corruption & Misconduct Politics & Government Thought-Provoking Inspiring

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A well written book. Mr. Bryant knows his Parliament. A bit hard on some of his colleagues.

excellent

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Always felt Chris Bryant to be a man with standards and passion. Both come through in this work. He has attempted to take a balanced apolitical view, but this must have been difficult given the current party has been in power, and therefore in the spotlight, for 13 years. I keep up with political news, but have never read a work on politics, my boredom threshold is very low! However, because of my respect for Mr Bryant (and the fact my mother came from the Rhonda), I gave it a go. Very pleased I did. Couldn't put it down and read it in a day. Didn't agree with everything, but it certainly gave me food for thought. I will need to reread to ensure a full understanding, but that is certainly no hardship. Hopefully, the perspective this lends to our political system will stir things up and open a debate.

Fascinating & insightful written with integrity

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The analysis of the problems with parliament was great as was Chris Bryant’s delivery. I liked that the solutions were suggested in the same chapter. It was refreshing that the book was focused and not padded out - it felt like the right number of examples and anecdotes.

Interesting, concise and very well read

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I got the audio version so I could listen to it while doing monotonous tasks. It had some fascinating insights into the workings of parliament, both current and historical. Chris also has some really credible ideas of how to overall the current processes and fix the major issues. Now it just needs someone in power to take heed and start making the changes he suggests. I won't hold my breath for that though.
It was a genuinely interesting book that was well read and massively helped me get through my boring tasks.

Fascinating insights

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clearly laid out case for reform. interesting and entertaining anecdotes. good performance by the author.

well worth your time

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An engaging listen and I learnt a lot! Chris Bryant can stand me a pint in the Strangers’ Bar any time!

Informative and Entertaining!

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I am consistently impressed by what I see of Chris Bryant and this book didn't disappoint. A fascinating insight, honest and humorous.

Thoroughly enjoyed

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Chris come across as a self admittedly flawed, but highly moral individual with a forensic knowledge of parliament. A highly recommended read (or listen) for anyone interested in political reform

An excoriating expose of government that gives some hope for the future of parliament

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This is more niche than I imagined - unless you’re into specific parliamentary rule change proposals, or IFG reports, this might not be for you. But the author adds a great deal in the authentic, warm, and energetic way he reads his own words.

A narrowly-targeted book, brilliantly read

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As I wouldn't be at home to receive the book I decided to get the audible version. I always find Bryant excellent in Parliament. This is him at his best.

An excellent listen.

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