Post-ministerial jobs watchdog closes as part of UK government ethics shake-up

The UK government is set to dismantle the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (Acoba), a watchdog that has faced significant criticism for its role in overseeing post-ministerial jobs. This change is part of a broader reform of the government's ethics framework, which will see Acoba's responsibilities divided between two new regulators and the establishment of an Ethics and Integrity Commission. This move raises concerns about the effectiveness of oversight for former ministers, potentially impacting public trust in government accountability.