Foreign Affairs

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

Rankings show Ministry of Defence is most prolific department while No 10 gets engagement crown

Ministerial talks also lead to hope of breakthrough on agreement on devolved powers as part of EU exit

Cabinet Office has moved to win support from devolved governments for the EU Withdrawal Bill, but it may not be enough to repair trust

MPs call for submissions on the Foreign Office’s capability to lead revamped foreign policy following Brexit as inquiry continues

Departments expected to work up plans for promoting global consensus on cyberbullying and hate crime