10/02/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/01/2024 20:38
As noted in the Cabinet Manual, proposals that affect the government's financial position, or important financial commitments, including proposals seeking additional financial resources, must be submitted to Cabinet [paragraph 5.12, Cabinet Manual].
The Treasury guidance, Cabinet paper guidance for business case approvals, outlines the requirements that must be included in Cabinet papers seeking approval of a business case.
When drafting the paper, the Cabinet policy paper template should be used. The Treasury guidance outlines additional information that must be included in those sections. This includes:
See the Treasury guidance for the full outline of additional requirements for each section. Make sure to involve the Treasury early in the development of papers seeking business case approvals.