Government unveils new Whitehall red tape drive
News Article 15 December 2003
The government has launched a new bid to cut down on Whitehall red tape.
Civil service boss promises to cut red tape
News Article 12 December 2003
Cabinet secretary Sir Andrew Turnbull has conceded that a culture of red tape and targets is a major issue for many people working in public services.
Whitehall to move jobs from London
Press Review 9 December 2003
Tony Wright MP - Chairman of the public administration select committee
Interview 28 November 2003
Question: Why do you think it is taking so long for the government to introduce a Civil Service Bill?
Boundaries must be set for ministerial aides says senior MP
News Article 28 November 2003
Individual high profile incidents should not derail "sensible discussion" on the role of special advisers in the civil service, Dr Tony Wright has said.
Civil Service Bill (P) [Failed Bill 2003/04 Session]
Legislation 26 November 2003
“A Bill to make provision with regard to the Civil Service; to establish a Civil Service Commission; to make provision for and in connection with the removal of general restrictions as to nationality which apply to persons employed or holding any civil capacity under the Crown; and for connected purposes.”