Our word of the month is “wash-up” in relation to the dissolution of Parliament. It refers to the last few days before dissolution when bills that are before Parliament are either progressed quickly by agreement or they are lost. Definitely more exciting than doing the dishes!

Topical word(s) of the month for July: "Olympic symbol", meaning "the symbol of the International Olympic Committee, consisting of five interlocking rings". The symbol was given special trade mark protection by the Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995.

Συνάντηση των επικεφαλής της Νομικής Υπηρεσίας George L. Savvides Savvas Angelides με αντιπροσωπεία από το Law Commission of England and Wales

Last Friday I was proud to attend a celebration of all past and present female permanent secretaries hosted by Cat Little and Antonia Romeo at Admiralty House.

Yesterday we kicked off Parliament Week 2024 with a Q&A about the role of the First Parliamentary Counsel and OPC . It was great to see so many colleagues across the Civil Service learning about us #parliamentweek2024

Yesterday, I welcomed the Heads of Drafting offices from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We regularly meet to keep each other updated about our work

Last week I attended CALC Belfast which brought together Parliamentary Counsel and drafters from across the Commonwealth. The conference provided a valuable space for the exchange of knowledge and ideas.

'One of the best ways to retain focus in government, with ministers, is to be brave and honest with them.' - Jessica de Mounteney #WiL25

I was honoured to open the Women into Leadership conference, emphasising Leading with Purpose: driving mission-led change in the Civil Service. The WiL series is a platform for female civil servants to discuss leadership and sustain momentum in recognising female leaders. #WiL25