Economy

ONS figures show that pay fell in real terms in the three months to February

Senior figure in Manchester devolution deal says Brexit shows centralised UK has not served country well

£120,000 post will forge links between science and technology sectors in effort to boost trade

Public Accounts Committee calls for forensic audit of spending at UK Trade & Investment after concluding contractor took advantage of arm’s-length body

Committee says more work is needed on the economic impact of leaving the EU on WTO terms

After six years at the helm of this tiny Whitehall team, John Whiting is standing down. Here he shares his experiences of trying to simplify Britain’s fiendish tax system – and what he’s learnt in the process

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

Government will be in listening mode once new city region mayors are in place, says growth unit boss

Treasury Select Committee says it would be “imprudent” for decisions on the multi-billion pound overhaul to be taken before inquiry is complete

Think tank argues chancellor’s bungled budget fundraiser makes case for better policymaking

A “radical” drive to move departments out of London would help regions adapt following Brexit, say consultants