 We also note that the ACMD has failed to adhere to key elements of the Government’s Code of Practice for Scientific Advisory Committees.In response to these and other concerns about the Council’s operations, we have called for the Home Office to ensure that there is, in future, independent oversight of the Council’s workings.We have also highlighted the need for the ACMD to play a far more a proactive role in supporting the work of the Department of Health and Department for Education and Skills