The Latest Breaking News from Whitehall

Here’s the truth, Keir Starmer: Whitehall cannot solve the UK’s urgent problems. Find a fast track

The best example is the rollout of the Covid vaccine taskforce, a time when there was minimal bureaucracy and things got done. We need that now, say former No 10 adviser Peter Hyman and policy expert Morgan Wild

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2025

Apprenticeships have collapsed in England – Labour needs to fine-tune the solution, fast

Responsibility for vocational training and skills has bounced around Whitehall for years, and enrolment rates are down by a third. Can the latest tweaks work?

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2025

Tommy Robinson protest ‘klaxon call’ for MPs to address immigration – Kyle

Police said at least 25 people were arrested and 26 police officers were injured in the large-scale demo in London on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2025

Local government reforms backed by MPs despite ‘power grab’ concerns

Transport, planning and housing will be devolved to new unitary local authorities, under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill.

Evening Standard · Sep 2, 2025

Devolution bill is ‘biggest transfer of power in a generation’, Rayner tells MPs

Deputy Prime Minister says new unitary authorities will get planning, housing and transport powers devolved to them.

The Independent UK · Sep 2, 2025

Number of Whitehall civil servants working from home increases sparking backlash

Twelve Government departments reported a drop in office attendance, while only five saw an increase

Evening Standard · Sep 2, 2025

Downing Street shake-up: who’s in and who’s out at No 10

Departures and new hires expected to give PM more direct oversight of delivery of key government priorities

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1, 2025

Voices: Which heads will roll in Starmer’s Downing Street shake-up?

INSIDE WESTMINSTER: Keir Starmer’s principal private secretary is but the latest of his appointees to have been a disappointment to him – a full reshuffle of the PM’s longstanding, trusted aides is overdue, says Andrew Grice

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2025

Rayner set to hit English councils that block new housing with tougher sanctions

Local authorities could be forced to approve new developments or risk giving planning control to Whitehall

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29, 2025

Flying Ukraine flags ‘a visible symbol of UK’s unwavering support’ – Government

A spokesperson said: “Our support for Ukraine’s independence will be clear for all to see.”

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2025