Alexander Evans

Civil service prestige matters – but it's a double-edged sword
19 Feb HR
Civil service prestige matters – but it's a double-edged sword
Prestige, properly practised, can encourage people to join the civil service and keep giving their best. But it can also be toxic
The language of mission-led government is compelling. But the 'how' really matters
23 Sep 2024 Policy
The language of mission-led government is compelling. But the 'how' really matters
Starmer’s government is committed to being “mission-driven”. What are the challenges to delivering on this? And what could make it happen?
What could a properly flexible model for the future civil service look like?
29 Jul 2024 Civil Service Reform
What could a properly flexible model for the future civil service look like?
The civil service must become better equipped to cope with surprises. Outsourcing for agility is costing billions
Plain failing: Leadership means sharing career disappointments as well as success
12 Apr 2024 HR
Plain failing: Leadership means sharing career disappointments as well as success
Mentorship can accelerate careers, especially when senior staff share their disappointments and setbacks
For the civil service, prestige can be a double-edged sword
09 Feb 2024 HR
For the civil service, prestige can be a double-edged sword
Prestige, properly practised, can encourage people to join the civil service and keep giving their best. But it can also be toxic