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Former Ministry of Justice permanent secretary says technology-enabled flexible working can help disabled civil servants progress in their careers, even in an era of prolonged cut-backs

Fiscal watchdog predicts 0.1m drop in public sector workforce by 2020, but says pay restraint will reduce need for cuts

Defence committee takes evidence on the Strategic Defence and Security Review – with decision to axe 30% of MoD's civilian staff coming under fire from academics

Civilian MoD workforce reportedly in line for staffing reductions as David Cameron prepares to unveil Strategic Defence and Security Review

Gardner will be the first woman to take on the role overseeing government legislation

New appointments this week in the civil service, UK politics, and public affairs, via our colleagues on Dods People

Exclusive: Business department's top official Martin Donnelly tells CSW he will have "failed" if diversity agenda falls by the wayside – and sheds light on what the BIS 2020 review means for the organisation's regional presence

Civil service People Survey results show engagement steady, but fewer civil servants believe they have the right tools to do their job

New appointments this week in the civil service, UK politics, and public affairs, via our colleagues on Dods People

The Official View: Fiona Mactaggart – a Home Office minister in Tony Blair's government – tells us about gossiping perm secs and why she believes politicians should have a greater say in choosing their officials

PCS and Prospect plan walkouts over pay and terms – while the agency's chief says strike move is "disappointing"

HM Revenue & Customs briefs staff on major downsizing of its estate – CSW has the key details and reaction from unions