Appendix 4: Public sector standards

Resource	Description	Lead agency	Available at:
Public Administration Act 2004	An Act to establish values and principles to guide conduct and performance within the public sector; to ensure a public sector that responds to government priorities in a manner that is consistent with public sector values; provides effective, efficient and integrated service delivery; and is accountable for its performance.	Department of Premier and Cabinet	http://www.legislation.vic.gov.au
Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006	An Act to protect human rights by establishing a Charter of Human Rights for Victoria, and by establishing the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission to report on its operation.	Department of Justice	http://www.legislation.vic.gov.au
Equal Opportunity Act 2010	An Act to promote recognition and acceptance of every Victorian’s right to equality of opportunity, to eliminate (as far as possible) discrimination and sexual harassment, and to provide redress for people who have been discriminated against or sexually harassed.	Department of Justice	http://www.legislation.vic.gov.au
Victorian Public Sector Commission	The VPSC has responsibility for promoting high standards of integrity and conduct in the public sector	–	Home Page