Summary
The government plans to move thousands of civil servant jobs out of London to save money and bring decision-making closer to different parts of the UK. It aims to cut 12,000 jobs in London and open new offices in Manchester and Aberdeen. This move is part of broader efforts to reduce government costs and make operations more efficient.
Key Facts
- The government plans to move 12,000 civil servant jobs out of London.
- Closing 11 offices in London is intended to save £94 million a year by 2032.
- Two new government campuses will open in Manchester and Aberdeen.
- The government aims to place 50% of senior civil servants in regional offices by 2030.
- New roles will be created in cities like Birmingham, Leeds, and Cardiff.
- The plan is part of efforts to cut government running costs by 15% by the end of the decade.
- The number of civil servants increased to over 514,000 by the end of the previous year.
- The closure of London offices includes the Ministry of Justice and the Department of Health and Social Care.
