Brexit

The political parties in Northern Ireland have failed to reach an agreement to form a new power-sharing Executive following the elections this month. The consequences could include the re-introduction of direct rule from Westminster

Watchdog warns demands of service pressures, major projects and Brexit are outpacing Whitehall’s capacity to deliver at a time of staffing restrictions and spending restraint

New department says £125k role will focus on developing its “underpinning foundations”, building values and forming its culture

Implementing Theresa May’s flagship plan must become a Brexit priority, says report

David Jones tells MPs he “never had any doubt” about Whitehall’s willingness to implement EU exit decision​

EU exit process will lead to increased pressure on departments to prioritise legislation says Institute for Government think tank

PACAC chair tells CSW it is a promising moment for civil service reform, but ministers must play their part too

Think tank says civil service cuts may be tailing off ahead of Brexit talks

Department also in the middle of big external recruitment push, perm sec tells MPs

Sarah Healey says response to Brexit shows the civil service at its best