Legal

Leader of the house claims government policy on the pay cap has already been “thoroughly covered” after Labour tables opposition-day motion

New document reveals plans to probe central government responses to previous high-rise fires and impact of any failings on west London tragedy

As the judge-led public inquiry opens on the three-month anniversary of the fire, legal experts call for a “repository of expertise” to build on lessons of past inquiries

Institute for Government report also warns of tech challenges facing HMRC as it develops new customs system

Prospect union warns that spending cuts have increased risk faced by frontline government staff

IfG review on boosting cross-government functions highlighted civil service 'must tackle perception that policy trumps specialisms' for career progression

Former civil service head also brands no Brexit deal a ‘complete disaster’ for Britain

Chancellor insists improved transport links in north is top priority but criticised for lack of clarity

New investigatory powers commissioner begins role inspecting use of state surveillance by public authorities

Research shows 92 of 202 publications withheld despite commitment for open government

Lord Nick Macpherson in talks with UK Finance just 18 months after an 11-year stint as top Treasury official, according to reports

Government Communications Service sets out role of departments in supporting government priorities, including getting greatest possible public support for EU exit deal