Foreign Affairs

Three-day talks will culminate in the first discussion of the future trade relationship between the UK and the EU 27

The UK government needs to set out proposals – not just send negotiators – to make progress on post-Brexit trade, says the Institute for Government’s Jill Rutter

Home secretary Amber Rudd announced that UK cyber defences will be tested in major security war game

New mechanisms required to enable all four governments to jointly agree post-Brexit policy, according to think tank

Foreign Affairs Committee argues FCO must develop a strategy and commit resources to the network of former British territories

Trade agreements during EU exit transition “very doable”, according to DExEU source​

Chief inspector of borders and immigration says new exit checks system ‘severely hamstrung’

Founder of international policy-sharing website backed by the Cabinet Office hails “unstoppable” trend on evidence-based policy

Stephen Lovegrove plans to ‘adjust operating model’ of the MoD as he sets out need to make tough decisions and ensure UK’s broad and strong military capability

Watchdog MPs doubt department’s ability to meet £1.7bn savings target from new regulations

Government urged to review £490m procurement after report the contract could be awarded overseas

National Cyber Security Centre issues guidance on boosting security amid risk of blackout and data theft from Russian attacks