Public sector and government buying
Arm's-length body
A public organisation that delivers a government function but operates with some independence from ministers, such as a regulator or agency.
A plain-English explanation of how this usually works, not legal advice. Rules differ between countries and change over time, so check your own situation. Disclaimer.
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The ICO is an arm's-length body of the department.
Also called Quango.
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