Foreign Affairs

Extension gives the government the chance to "reconsider" its Brexit strategy, says European Council president

Ex-FCO head says civil servants must not be scapegoated for ‘badly mishandled’ process

Former cabinet secretary also says Sir Mark Sedwill faces "mission impossible"

Scheme launched days after cabinet secretary admits there were "underlying structural causes" for scandal

Department says ‘starchitect’-designed residence for consul general will help promote British business

MPs say department has overseen seriously unacceptable practice in almost every area of the deportation system

Plan would waive Northern Ireland border checks and slash tariffs if the UK leaves the EU without a deal

Following late night meetings in Strasbourg, prime minister says the government has strengthened agreement to make clear the UK can’t remain in Irish backstop indefinitely

Institute for Government urges cabinet secretary Mark Sedwill consider creating separate immigration department

“No mitigation available for the severe consequences of a no-deal outcome,” says David Sterling

Ex-government lawyer says government would have to have cleared “a very high bar in court” to defend no-deal Brexit ferry procurement

Nick Hewer hosted show “an excellent way to engage with current and potential exporters”, insists department