Transition chief tells MPs the department’s “pioneering” work in digital will help boost the low number of British exporters

A government-commissioned study makes 18 recommendations, including asking GDS to help create a scheme to boost public sector use of artificial intelligence

Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science granted planning permission for state-of-the art Lowestoft base

Peter Lauener defends “different approach” to contract termination after provider’s inadequate Ofsted rating

Union says Nuclear Decommissioning Authority cannot be held solely responsible for failings detailed by National Audit Office

International development secretary announces reforms alongside code of conduct for staff and suppliers to tackle "crony" aid provision market

Government Property Unit releases numbers as Labour announces policy to nationalise private finance initiative contracts

Tony Douglas will stand down from role at Defence Equipment and Support to return to aviation sector

Shadow health secretary said Cabinet Office and Treasury would work together to review contracts

Capita, Interserve, Cipfa and the Open University on Crown Commercial Service’s 16-strong list to train “next generation” of civil servants

 IfG calls for expanded role for Major Project Leadership Academy, including “regular engagement” with ministers

Agency says small firms make up two-thirds of businesses on £330m framework to supply Government Hubs Programme