Civil service
The civil service must speak truth to Boris (and his Cabinet)
As civil servants across Whitehall begin to brief their new secretaries of state, there is a risk that they fetter their potentially unwanted advice.
Civil service reform shouldn’t be forgotten despite political drama
Developing the civil service’s specialist skills is vital for delivering both Brexit and the next Government’s domestic priorities.
Data Bites #4: Getting things done with data in government
At this month's event, we heard from the Office for Statistics Regulation, the London Borough of Newham and GOV.UK.
Political instability cannot excuse the Government’s poor presentation of its Single Departmental Plans
The new Single Departmental Plans don't go far enough to address previous criticisms.
Both parties need to recognise that civil service impartiality is worth protecting
Both politicians and civil servants need to act as though they understand the value of civil service impartiality.
Five takeaways from London Tech Week
The strategies, visions and funding pledges announced at London Tech Week.
Government’s Technology Innovation Strategy reflects political uncertainty
The Government’s latest technology strategy is lacking in ambition and measurable commitments.
Data Bites #3: Getting things done with data in government
The third event in our Data Bites series, with speakers from the Geospatial Commission, the ONS, BEIS and the National Audit Office.
The UK will probably never be as ready for no deal as it was in March
The prospect of a no deal Brexit is growing but a new prime minister might be surprised by the lack of preparation.
Rearranging government departments isn’t risk-free for Tory leadership contenders
Any Conservative leadership contenders who pledged significant changes to Whitehall departments must ensure their plans are properly thought through.