Regulatory framework
The Council of Europe's framework relating to Ethics comprises the following rules:
- Staff Regulations and Staff Rules (in force as of 1 January 2023)
- Staff Regulations (version in force until 31/12/2022)
- Code of Conduct
- Speak-Up Policy to report wrongdoing and ensure protection from retaliation
- Policy on Respect and Dignity
- Policy on the use of social media by Secretariat members
- Privacy Notice
- Rule No. 1395 of 20 June 2019 on the procurement procedures of the Council of Europe
- Rule no. 1 of 1 February 2026 on the declaration of interests
- Council of Europe Purchasing Code of Ethics of 25 October 2005
