Civil Service workforce reaches highest level in nearly 20 years
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
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Federal Workers Face Political Tests Under Trump
Exclusive analysis reveals how a second Trump administration could reshape the US federal workforce through Schedule F and political loyalty assessments. Discover the potential impact on Whitehall and civil service norms.
Reform UK to cut 68,500 civil service jobs if elected
Reform UK unveils radical plan to slash 68,500 civil service posts, saving taxpayers £5.2bn a year. Party vows to end 'woke' policies and 'bloat' if Nigel Farage becomes PM. Read the full details.
Civil Servant Ordered to Repay £25k Pension Overpayment
A retired civil servant, 63, must repay £25,000 after a pension scheme error spanning 11 years, forcing him to consider returning to full-time work. Discover the systemic issues behind this case.
Architect replaced on $300m White House ballroom
President Trump appoints a new architect for the privately funded $300 million White House ballroom after reported clashes. Democrats introduce bills to restrict such projects.
Trump replaces architect on $300M White House ballroom
President Trump has appointed a new architect for his privately funded $300 million White House ballroom after disagreements over the project's massive 90,000-square-foot scale. Discover the details and political backlash.
The Guardian Publishes Latest Corrections and Clarifications
The Guardian has published its latest corrections and clarifications, addressing inaccuracies in reports on UK politics, business, and public figures. Read the full details here.
Covid inquiry response costs taxpayers over £100m
Official data shows the UK government has spent over £100 million on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the breakdown and why it's set to be Britain's most expensive public inquiry.
Covid inquiry response costs taxpayer over £100m
Official figures reveal the Government has spent over £100m on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the full breakdown of the escalating public spending.
OBR Chair Resigns Over Budget Leak: A Rare Honourable Exit
Richard Hughes resigns as OBR chair after catastrophic Budget leak, sparking debate on political accountability. Is the age of honourable resignations over? Read our analysis.
White House slams NYT over Trump 'fatigue' story
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt singles out a New York Times report on Trump's schedule, branding it 'fake news' and highlighting a new portal to shame media. Discover the escalating war on press.
The Murky World of Government Board Appointments
Ever wondered how people get appointed to government boards? The process is more opaque than ever, raising serious questions about transparency and merit. Discover the hidden pathways.
Guardian corrects government spending chart and obituary
The Guardian has issued corrections for a government expenditure chart that mislabelled £400bn and omitted £62bn, and for an obituary of architect Christopher Mullan. Discover the details and how to report errors.
OBR leak report reveals 'worst failure' in watchdog's history
A damning report reveals the OBR's Budget leak was not an isolated incident, with evidence of previous premature access. Chancellor Reeves backs chair despite 'fundamental breach'.
OBR labels budget leak as its 'worst failure' ever
The Office for Budget Responsibility admits a major security breach leaked key budget details before the Chancellor's speech. Discover the full investigation findings and political fallout.
OBR Budget leak caused by years-old technical flaw
A shock report reveals a systemic OBR error may have allowed premature access to Budget documents for years, raising market manipulation fears. Read the full investigation.
MoJ loses £71m as Lammy plans jury trial shake-up
Justice Secretary David Lammy faces calls to fix his department's finances after £71m losses and a failed £3.6m video system, as he prepares controversial plans to scrap jury trials. Read the full investigation.
Lammy replaces Queen's portrait with Pan-African flags
David Lammy's Foreign Office removed a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, replacing it with pan-African flags. Discover the details and implications of this symbolic decor change in Whitehall.
OBR Budget leak blamed on 'external person'
An external person may be to blame for the major Budget leak. OBR chair Richard Hughes is 'mortified' as a cyber security expert leads the investigation. Read the latest.
Budget Leak: OBR Chair 'Mortified', Ex-Cyber Chief Probes
The OBR's budget details leaked 45 minutes early, prompting an investigation led by a former cybersecurity chief. Discover the fallout and political reactions.
OBR Chief: External Actor May Be Behind Budget Leak
The OBR chairman claims an 'external person' may have accessed Rachel Reeves' Budget plans early. A full investigation is underway. Read the latest on this major security breach.
DWP to reassess Carer's Allowance after scandal
The DWP announces major reassessments for Carer's Allowance after a review found government failures left carers with huge debts. Find out if you're affected.
Carer's Allowance Report Reveals DWP Systemic Failures
A devastating independent review exposes how the DWP's flawed Carer's Allowance system criminalised unpaid carers, with some driven to consider suicide. Ministers face calls for apology and urgent reform.
DWP to review 300,000 carer benefit cases
The DWP will reassess 300,000 Carer's Allowance cases after a review exposed systemic errors that left unpaid carers in debt. Discover the full story and what it means for claimants.
Tory Ministers Blamed for Carer's Allowance Crisis
An independent review finds systemic DWP failures led to thousands of unpaid carers facing draconian overpayment penalties, causing immense distress and wasting millions.
Trump's 'Terminator' Takes Over FEMA in Shake-Up
Donald Trump installs Karen Evans, nicknamed 'The Terminator', as the new head of FEMA. Discover how this signals a major shift in US emergency management policy and spending.
Whitehall's £1.3m Pension Pots Amid Private Sector Raid
Britain's top civil servants have taxpayer-funded pension pots averaging £1.3m, a new report reveals. This comes as the Chancellor plans a £3bn raid on private sector retirement savings. Discover the full story.
Trump's DOGE disbanded eight months early
Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been shut down prematurely. Discover the reasons behind its failure and what happens next.
Trump's DOGE Government Slashing Task Force Collapses
President Trump's signature government-slashing agency, DOGE, has quietly ceased operations eight months early. Discover the inside story of its dramatic rise and fall.
Whitehall spends £3,244 of taxpayer money on Pride
The Cabinet Office used over £3,000 of public funds for civil servants to join Pride parades, sparking impartiality and spending concerns. Discover the full story.
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