Unions slam Reform UK plans to oust perm secs and cut 68,500 jobs
15 Dec 2025 Communications

Unions slam Reform UK plans to oust perm secs and cut 68,500 jobs

Party announces more details of civil service reform policies including weakening pensions in favour of higher bonuses, increasing office working and big cuts to policy profession
by Tevye Markson
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Former Home Office DG rapped over returning to department as consultant
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Former Home Office DG rapped over returning to department as consultant
Ex-official breached business appointment rules by failing to seek anti-corruption watchdog's advice
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Royal Society says he played a critical role in public engagement during the Covid-19 pandemic
Cabinet Office officials told to check speakers' social media for 'problematic' comments
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