126. The basic conventions are directed to the taking of decisions, and not to their announcement. Accordingly, the conventions are not infringed where decisions taken before the caretaker period are announced during the caretaker period. However, it is desirable, if the decisions concern significant initiatives, that they be announced in advance of the caretaker period in order to avoid controversy.
127. The caretaker conventions do not apply to new policy promises which a government may announce as part of its election campaign.
128. For full details on the Caretaker Conventions and their operation see here.
129. The annexes of this document may be updated by Cabinet Division at times to reflect changes to operational policy or process.
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