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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Christopher McKeon

Thousands of civil servants to be moved out of London as government cuts costs

Thousands of civil servants are set to be relocated outside of London - (AFP via Getty Images)

Thousands of civil servants are set to be relocated outside of London as the government looks to reduce costs and "radically reform the state".

The move will see 12,000 civil service jobs shifted from the capital to new regional hubs, with 11 London office buildings slated for closure, including one of the government's largest Westminster sites. The projected savings are estimated at £94 million annually by 2032.

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