Civil Service Reform

Institute for Government report also warns of tech challenges facing HMRC as it develops new customs system

From the Manchester bombing to the Grenfell Tower fire, Whitehall faces constant unprecedented demands and must focus on building resilience

Moves to establish professions across government have made significant strides, but some functions are more advanced than others. Now is the time to quicken the reforms

Leaked Home Office paper unveils plans to take immigration status check service entirely online

IfG review on boosting cross-government functions highlighted civil service 'must tackle perception that policy trumps specialisms' for career progression

New office space to be shared with NHS Digital hailed as boost to Northern Powerhouse

Fifth benchmarking exercise finds three core areas for improvement

Former civil service head also brands no Brexit deal a ‘complete disaster’ for Britain

Chancellor insists improved transport links in north is top priority but criticised for lack of clarity

Government Communications Service sets out role of departments in supporting government priorities, including getting greatest possible public support for EU exit deal

Think tank Reform wants department to boost digital infrastructure with savings from Whitehall’s automation agenda

Sir Malcolm McKibbin is to join the board of Co-operation Ireland after five years as top civil servant in Northern Ireland