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.
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.
A British man and woman have been discovered deceased in their Costa Blanca apartment. The Guardia Civil is investigating the shocking incident in Torrevieja.
Family of missing Essex sailor James 'Jemsie' Nunan reveal burnt iPad and phone found in investigation. New clues emerge 14 weeks after his disappearance in Gran Canaria.
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
Exclusive: A top-ranking civil servant has been removed from their position following mounting criticism over the sluggish pace of government reforms, sparking concerns about Whitehall's efficiency.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes sweeping changes to senior civil service roles, removing key officials including Simon Case and Mark Sedwill in dramatic Whitehall overhaul.
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride faces backlash after suggesting civil servants should implement Tory policies 'in a way that is consistent with their objectives' in major breach of ministerial code.
As the search for missing British teenager Jay Slater continues in Tenerife, authorities are battling a tide of dangerous online conspiracy theories and fake news that is complicating the investigation and distressing the family.
Exclusive: A bombshell update from Tenerife authorities exposes crucial new evidence in the search for missing British teen Jay Slater, including the exact last location of his phone and the involvement of a mysterious 'Johnny Vegas'.
The Guardian's 2025 league table ranks UK universities for civil engineering. Discover which institutions lead in teaching, research, and graduate prospects in this comprehensive guide for future engineers.
A damning Institute for Government report reveals the Civil Service's flagship graduate scheme is failing to attract top talent, risking the future of UK policymaking. Discover the critical reforms needed.
Exclusive: A senior Scottish Government official is under fire for a £150,000 salary and a generous hybrid working arrangement, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and 'fat-cat' culture within the SNP administration.
In a landmark prison interview, Ghislaine Maxwell breaks her silence, vehemently denying ever witnessing Jeffrey Epstein with Donald Trump in the company of underage girls, directly challenging the core narratives of high-profile civil cases.
As London's iconic Notting Hill Carnival concludes, a fierce debate erupts over the intense police presence, with community leaders and politicians questioning if heavy-handed tactics are stifling the celebration's spirit and threatening civil liberties.
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner is under fire for criticising civil servants' 'work from home' strike while championing flexible working policies. The PCS union announces massive Whitehall walkouts over office return mandates.
A landmark lawsuit claims the Trump-era Justice Department pressured Tennessee police to arrest Hispanic drivers for minor offences, a policy allegedly designed to boost immigration enforcement.
The US Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into allegations of attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Fulton County, Georgia.
The US Justice Department has launched a major civil lawsuit against Donald Trump, demanding the disclosure of flight logs and passenger manifests from his private jet, which was allegedly used by sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This legal action intensifie
Ex-President Donald Trump's radical proposal to deploy the US military on American soil, specifically targeting cities like New York, raises profound constitutional and civil liberty concerns. This analysis delves into the implications of such an unpreced
The Metropolitan Police is under fire after arresting peaceful protesters outside the Old Bailey for informing the public about their full legal rights as jurors. The move, condemned by MPs and civil liberties groups, raises serious questions about freedo
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the Trump administration's sweeping plans to dismantle the US civil service, purge thousands of federal employees, and fast-track a controversial deregulation agenda, sparking fears of a constitutional crisis.
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal Donald Trump's controversial strategy to deploy a massive federalised police and National Guard presence in Washington D.C. to combat crime, a move critics label as authoritarian and a threat to civil liberties.
A New York appeals court has dismissed the $454 million fraud case against Donald Trump, a significant legal victory for the former President that halts the asset seizure threat from Letitia James.
A New York appeals court delivers a stunning financial reprieve for Donald Trump, drastically reducing his bond requirement in a civil fraud case and pausing sanctions against his sons.
The Metropolitan Police is significantly expanding its use of live facial recognition technology on London's streets, aiming to tackle serious crime but raising major concerns from civil liberty groups over privacy and accuracy.
Thames Valley Police pays substantial compensation to Graham Smith, a charity volunteer falsely arrested for praying silently in his mind near an abortion facility, in a landmark case for freedom of thought.
A tourist's dream holiday in Cornwall turned into a financial nightmare after a disputed parking fine from a private firm spiralled into a £1,700 court battle. Discover how a common mistake led to a devastating legal loophole.
Exclusive: The Christian Institute faces a major backlash after demanding a ban on Civil Service Pride lanyards, accusing the government of 'virtue signalling' and triggering a fierce debate on LGBTQ+ inclusion in Whitehall.
Ministers are invoking the legacy of the Suffragettes to justify draconian new laws that would criminalise the very tactics they used. This political stunt is a dangerous rewriting of history that threatens the right to protest itself.