Operating Framework
This framework document defines the responsibilities of, and the relationship between, the Agency, the NIO, Ministers and Parliament, including governance and accountability and outlines the Agency's policies, financial structure and relationship with other agencies.
This updated version, published in June 2008, replaces the previous version which had been in force since the Agency was created in April 2003.
The Agency is subject to ongoing business review by the NIO which will consider performance of the Agency, the effective use of its financial and managerial freedoms to achieve its objectives and structural options. Changes to the Framework Document will be considered by the Department at this time and at intervals of not more than three years.
Copies of this Framework Document and of any subsequent amendments will be placed in the libraries of both Houses of Parliament and on the Department/Agency website. Hard copies will be made available from the Department and the Agency on request.
To download the latest version in pdf format, please click here.
