Foreign Affairs

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

Tax agency says only 17% of businesses have vital trading registration for no-deal Brexit 

Move expected as ministers threaten to quit if prime minister does not rule out leaving the EU without an agreement

HMRC says the UK’s commitment to secure borders “will not change in the event of a no deal” despite temporary arrangements

Cabinet sec says Farr “dedicated his entire career to keeping our citizens safe and the country secure”

Civil service chief says combining the jobs is part of fusion agenda to boost teamwork across government