Former MP Michael Gove supports a Policy Exchange report suggesting a shift of power from civil servants to ministers.
Former Conservative MP Michael Gove supports a Policy Exchange report, co-authored by a former senior civil servant and special advisers, which suggests a shift of power from civil servants to ministers. The report, titled "Getting a Grip on the System: Restoring Ministerial Authority over the Machine", argues that the senior civil service has expanded while the length of service of cabinet ministers has decreased. Recommendations include enhancing ministerial power in civil service appointments and clarifying roles.
July 13, 2024
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