Policy

New deputy national security adviser Alex Ellis sets out government’s plans for landmark review broadsided by coronavirus

Continuing our series of videeo discussions with experts around the world exploring how governments are responding to the coronavirus pandemic, Prof Colin Talbot speaks to Emily St Denny and Paul Cairney about the role and limitations of preventive policy making.

PM tells MPs government has “scaled back” work on integrated review as resources are diverted to tackle the coronavirus response

Department teams up with individuals, charities, and businesses to break down barriers and increase participation

Move comes as event venue is turned into a temporary hospital as part of Covid-19 response

BEIS perm sec will move to become Cabinet Office perm sec as he takes on roles held by John Manzoni

Chancellor hints at changes to the way the self-employed are taxed once crisis is over to ensure “all pay in equally in future”

MPs and campaigners say department will not be trusted after report said the department had shown decades of "ignorance and thoughtlessness" on race.

Business and employee support schemes open for business this week

Critics say government is failing to provide clear guidance to public on social distancing as PM threatens lockdown

Current operators will run services under new ‘emergency measures agreements’