The UK government plans to relocate 12,000 civil service roles from London to various cities, aiming for an annual savings of £94 million by 2032. Two new campuses will be established in Manchester and Aberdeen, further decentralizing government operations. Unions are supportive but seek clarity on impacts for workers. Cabinet Office minister Pat McFadden stated this shift would enhance government responsiveness to communities. Critics, including Shadow Conservative minister Alex Burghart, argue the move is superficial, claiming it's not a genuine effort to cut state size or improve efficiency.
Cabinet Office minister Pat McFadden emphasized the importance of relocating civil servant roles, stating, 'By relocating thousands of civil service roles we will not only save taxpayers money, we will make this government one that better reflects the country it serves.'
Shadow Conservative Cabinet Office minister Alex Burghart criticized the plans, stating, 'Only the Conservatives are serious about reducing the size of the state and making it work more efficiently for British taxpayers.'
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