Public bodies
Public bodies reform
The Declaration on Government Reform published in June 2021 committed the government to “commence a review programme for Arm’s Length Bodies".
Public bodies
Public bodies deliver a public or government service, though not as a ministerial department.
Eric Pickles
Lord Pickles considers his five years as secretary of state for communities and local government.
Setting a new direction for the Information Commissioner's Office
This readout summarises a private roundtable organised at the request of DCMS, to support its consultation Data: A new direction.
Gas supply issues expose risks to government’s competition policy
As government navigates between price caps and supplier failures there are lessons to learn about the fragility of competition in regulated markets.
Rail reform: making Great British Railways work for the next generation
This event will explore how to make a reformed rail network work for Great Britain’s long-term post-pandemic future, drawing on lessons from previous
Ten questions the proposed commissioner for public appointments must answer
The appointments system is strained – and the next commissioner for public appointments must ensure it is reformed.
The appointment and conduct of departmental NEDs
Gina Coladangelo’s role as a departmental non-executive director has exposed the growing need to clarify rules around appointment and conduct.
Can anyone chair Ofcom?
Public debate concerning the appointment of Ofcom’s chair has raised questions about whether this is a doable job.
Getting Great British Railways on track
The government’s proposed rail reforms lack sufficient detail to guarantee success.