Oliver Robbins discloses he faced constant pressure to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, overturning a security vetting denial without seeing the full report, amid national security concerns.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned civil servants' actions in the Peter Mandelson appointment scandal, calling their failure to disclose vetting issues 'absolutely unforgivable' in a heated Commons speech.
Sir Olly Robbins, dismissed over the Lord Mandelson security vetting scandal, is consulting lawyers ahead of his parliamentary appearance. The Prime Minister demands transparency.
Olly Robbins has been removed as the Foreign Office's top civil servant following revelations that Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador proceeded despite failing security vetting, sparking a political firestorm over accountability and transparen
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Labour peer David Blunkett argues the Peter Mandelson vetting controversy reveals systemic flaws in Whitehall and the constitution, urging reform over resignation.
Lord McDonald claims Sir Olly Robbins was unfairly forced to resign as a 'scalp' after a major diplomatic crisis involving Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment.
Sir Olly Robbins, the Foreign Office's top civil servant, resigns after overriding security concerns to approve Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, sparking political turmoil.
Hundreds of business leaders and tech executives will receive government training for senior roles like cabinet ministers under a new initiative aimed at reforming Whitehall and bringing private sector expertise into government.
Twelve permanent secretaries reveal structural barriers and solutions for UK's digital transformation, emphasizing problem-led approaches over technology-first strategies.
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Antonia Romeo, Keir Starmer's top civil servant, receives a powerful mandate to rewrite the civil service code and boost productivity, while Darren Jones shifts focus to Whitehall reforms.
Hundreds of retired civil servants face repaying thousands in pension overpayments due to administrative errors, with some facing debt until age 93.
The Cabinet Office is investigating Peter Mandelson's use of a personal phone for government business, raising concerns about transparency and record-keeping in official communications.
Companies House disciplined 131 staff members for policy breaches over three years, with data revealing performance issues preceding a major March 2026 tech blunder that exposed company details.
A former Metropolitan Police communications officer admitted fraud after submitting fake sick notes for nearly two years, costing the force approximately £19,000 in wages.
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Former workers at the ATO's private debt collector, Recoveriescorp, reveal poor working conditions and inconsistent decisions affecting taxpayers, highlighting a 'two-class system' in public service outsourcing.
Victims of the unlawful robodebt scheme express disappointment as the National Anti-Corruption Commission report identifies corrupt conduct but declines to pursue criminal charges against senior officials involved.
The Albanese government's shift away from outsourcing faces challenges as the Australian Public Service struggles with expertise erosion and talent retention issues.
Staff at an outsourced call centre handling Centrelink services allege that customer privacy breaches are being systematically covered up, raising serious concerns about data security and accountability.
Federal Emergency Management Agency employees reportedly celebrated the dismissal of Kristi Noem, citing relief from her controversial management style and policies.
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Liz Sayce, head of the carer's allowance inquiry, criticizes DWP 'forces of resistance' for undermining reforms and minimizing systemic failures affecting unpaid carers.
Cabinet Office officials must now vet documents related to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's 2001 trade envoy appointment, following a similar exercise for Peter Mandelson. The Liberal Democrats have tabled a motion demanding transparency, which the government
Christian Nègre, a former HR director at France's culture ministry, allegedly spiked drinks with diuretics during interviews, causing women to wet themselves. Victims describe humiliation and lasting trauma as the case faces judicial delays.
Outsourced NDIS call handlers describe intense workplace pressure and lack of training while fielding distressing calls from participants. Investigation reveals systemic issues in government call centre contracts.
Keir Starmer's decision to appoint Antonia Romeo as cabinet secretary has drawn criticism from former colleagues who allege bullying behavior during her tenure as British Consul General in New York.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints Dame Antonia Romeo as the first female cabinet secretary to lead the civil service, praising her 25-year record of public service amid a government reshuffle.
Keir Starmer has appointed Dame Antonia Romeo as cabinet secretary and head of the civil service, making her the first woman to hold this role. The appointment comes despite past allegations about her management style.
Prospect union leader Mike Clancy warns ministers must end pay restraints or risk losing technical experts, citing Environment Agency and Natural England delays.
Penelope Putz, a distinguished civil servant known for her integrity and transformative work in government, has passed away at 78. Her career spanned decades, leaving a lasting impact on public policy and administration.
Exclusive: Ministers have failed to revoke Wayne Couzens' public sector pension, with London's mayor revealing complexities in forfeiting his Civil Nuclear Constabulary benefits. Legislation is under consideration to block payments.
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Exclusive: Ministers have been unable to revoke part of Wayne Couzens' public sector pension from his time with the Civil Nuclear Constabulary, with Sadiq Khan revealing legal complexities and potential new laws to block payments.
