6 Conclusion
91. In publishing the draft Cabinet Manual, the Cabinet
Secretary wrote:
Where there is doubt or disagreement, we hope
consultation will help clarify the position and achieve a common
understanding.[122]
92. Our inquiry has revealed a fair measure of
doubt and disagreement about the purpose and content of the draft
Cabinet Manual. The next version of the Manual should be considerably
improved as a result of the consultation that has been undertaken,
and as a result of parliamentary scrutiny. It need not be perfect,
however, provided that there are future opportunities to refine
it, as it has been refined in New Zealand over the years.
93. We welcome the Cabinet Manual and the transparency
it brings to the workings of government, and we look forward to
future involvement in its development.
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