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2.2.5. Lobbyists

It is an integral part of a functioning democracy that particular sections of society will endeavour to highlight issues of sectoral importance with office holders. In this respect contact between office holders and lobbyists is to be expected. However, as guidance, such dealings should be conducted so that they do not give rise to a conflict between public duty and private interest.

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