More than 200 former staff left out of pocket via Voluntary Exit Scheme

Theresa May says the introduction of new qualification is “the most significant reform to advanced technical education in 70 years” as first 52 providers are named

Jonathan Slater has warned education secretary Damian Hinds that plans to implement changes by 2020 may not be deliverable

Institute for Government says refreshed documents still show ministries “trying to do too much” but welcomes diversity focus

Grenfell Tower tragedy and housing drive are behind growth spurt, department says

Changes to so-called IR35 rules for “off-payroll” workers boost coffers as ministers mull roll-out to private firms 

Dame Judith Hackitt also wants building regulations reviews at least every five years, and for the results to be “user-friendly”

Staff welcome weekly window for healthy activities agreed in deal with civil service unions

Conciliation service officers picket branches as dispute with management escalates

NAO report says spad pushed for Steve Lamey to be hired despite civil servants’ objections

Windrush scandal turns spotlight on numbers shortfall with high-fliers programme

Plan for 2018-19 to focus on four themes, including creating a strong, new relationship with Europe after Brexit