Public sector reform

ePolitix.com Stakeholders comment on the government's public sector reform agenda..

Stakeholder Response: Amicus

Amicus general secretary Derek Simpson said: "There is a fundamental conflict of interest between profit and providing the best service to people but the problem is not simply a matter of cost and evidence.

"These policies take for granted a set of values that idealise competition and see public services as consumer goods.

"There is no evidence that profit-driven privatisation provides better services or improved value for money.

"In fact privatisation is often more expensive detrimental to service delivery and creates significant inequalities.

"Our public services have wider benefits than simply economic and individual gain.

"They contribute to an enriched, participative and socially engaged society and help build solidarity and compassion.

"In other words, public services are a good thing and worth paying for."

 

Stakeholder Response: NASUWT