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Unions say that they are confidence that the Scottish Government processes are valid and robust

Read the statement from permanent secretary at the Scottish Government Leslie Evans after it emerged Alex Salmond was to take the the Scottish Government to court over allegations of sexual harassment against him

Chancellor publishes letter to Treasury select committee after government release of 25 technical notices on preparing for no-deal Brexit

The former Scottish Government first minister says investigation of allegations by Leslie Evans has been unjust, as unions call for urgent meeting

Apology comes after Windrush review calls for evidence including from Home Office staff of all grades

Home Office asks for written comments on “main legislative, policy and operational decisions” that led to scandal

Northern Ireland's attorney general John Larkin is seeking “authoritative guidance” on decisions that can be taken by officials in absence of ministers

Standards watchdog raps former foreign secretary for breach of Ministerial Code

Government failed to consult with unions over pay because they "didn’t trust them not to leak 1% to 1.5% pay range"

Justice secretary criticised for his role in departure of Nick Hardwick following board’s decision to release convicted rapist John Warboys

Northern Ireland councils warn that powers they are due to take from Stormont are marooned in absence of ministers

Department says no one will have to sign an NDA to access compensation, despite reports