Policy

30-bill legislative programme includes measures to develop new immigration rules and post-Brexit trade plans

Former Whitehall chief says officials must learn new skills to adapt to policy needs

Government told to "get its house in order" on climate change

Reports suggest departmental changes will be implemented in the new year following a limited reshuffle this week

One of the leading figures in a civil service reform drive has set out details of how to create more empathetic policy making across government

'The private office provides continuity through changes of minister': the paper tells politicians to lean on staff

Prime minister sets out priorities that also include a Budget after the UK leaves the EU

Key question is whether services would be better managed in the public sector, IFS says

Passing a Queen’s Speech, navigating Brexit legislation, dealing with the fallout, and setting out new priorities will be the key issues for whoever is in No.10 in 2020

Announcement of remedial action for doctors highlights Cabinet Office refusal to act, say unions

Lord Kerslake says possible second referendum Scottish independence will be among the areas discussed

Party manifesto promises "the days of Whitehall knows best are over" as it pledges white paper on English devolution