Think tank concludes that Conservative spending plans are closer to Labour’s 2017 election pledges than their own proposals

Harra takes over from Sir Jon Thompson, who has moved to the Financial Reporting Council

Update predicts messaging service efficiencies will be £10m a year less than before

New boss sought for Treasury body that manages investments from Royal Bank of Scotland to Channel 4

Alison Pritchard also sets out vision for closer working with HM Treasury on next Spending Round

Government chief commercial officer says guidance will help officials "work towards eliminating modern slavery" in supply chains

National Audit Office recognises progress but says ‘significant’ time and budget challenges remain

Appointment follows Johnson pledge for "thorough review" of the charge

Civil service chief says that assurance panel reflects the speed of the campaign launch

Offer by department intended to end dispute, but PCS seeks more information from ministers

Consolidated award will be worth 11% for some staff at Brexit department

Spending Round cash comes amid shadow of Brexit dispute that risks permanent economic damage, one chief says