Abstract
This paper examines the internal and external challenges to the implementation of the code of conduct in the Ghana’s civil service using the Controller and Accountant Generals’ Department (CAGD) as a case study. The main internal challenges to the implementation of the civil service code of conduct at CAGD were found to be: the categories of staff affected by the code of conduct; ‘immunity’ from sanctions, nepotism; and limited checks on enforcement mechanisms. The key external challenges to the implementation of the civil service code of conduct at the CAGD are discussed in the paper and the authors make five important policy suggestions to enhance effectiveness of the implementation process. The suggestions will have value in countries with developing administrative systems.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 475-482 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Public Money and Management |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 17 Aug 2020 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Code of conduct
- effectiveness
- ethics challenges
- implementation
- public sector