Victorian Consolidated Legislation

Public Administration Act 2004 - SECT 3

Objects

3. Objects

The objects of this Act are-

   (a)  to ensure the maintenance of an apolitical public sector;

   (b)  to foster a public sector that-

   (i)  responds to government priorities in a manner that is consistent with
        public sector values;

   (ii) provides effective, efficient and integrated service delivery;

   (iii) is accountable for its performance;

   (c)  to establish values and principles to guide conduct and performance
        within the public sector;

   (d)  to ensure that employment decisions in the public sector are based on
        merit;



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   (e)  to promote the highest standards of governance in the public sector;

   (f)  to promote the highest standards of integrity and conduct for persons
        employed within the public sector;

   (g)  to strengthen the professionalism and adaptability of the public
        sector;

   (h)  to promote knowledge and understanding of good public administration
        within the Victorian community.