The UK government has awarded KPMG a £223m contract to train civil servants, despite a pledge to cut state spending on external consultants, raising questions about fiscal accountability.
Just days before the government announced plans to halve consultancy spending, the KPMG contract—reportedly the second-largest public sector deal for the firm—was awarded, reflecting potential inconsistencies in government policy.
The Labour government stated its aim to save £550m in 2024-25 by cutting non-essential consultancy spend, yet the KPMG deal represents almost 8% of the firm's annual UK revenues.
After a period of scandals, KPMG resumed bidding for public sector contracts in 2022, showcasing a controversial comeback amid ongoing scrutiny over its past corporate governance.
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