Towards a Sound Integrity Framework: Instruments, Processes, Structures and Conditions for Implementation

This document presents key components of a sound Integrity Framework in public sector organisations. Based on lessons learned in the past decade, it provides a comprehensive approach to review and modernise instruments, procedures and actors for fostering integrity and preventing corruption. In addition to these core elements of integrity management, the paper also offers an analysis of relevant factors and conditions in the public management and governance context that provide supportive environment to maintain a culture of integrity in public organisations.

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