Providing general information to the people on how their Government works and to serve as a working guide to the Public Service in improving its support services to Cabinet.
Part one describes what Cabinet is, its role and responsibilities, the appointment of the Prime Minister and Ministers, their individual portfolio and collective responsibilities, the standard of conduct expected of Ministers, and the working relationship between the Ministers of the political Government and officials of a politically neutral and independent Public Service. Parts two and three provide detailed guidelines to the various ministries and public bodies on matters that must be brought to Cabinet and on the preparation of submissions.