Starmer's initial praise for civil servants has quickly evaporated in the wake of backlash following his critiques, illustrating the fragile relationship between government and civil service.
His speech suggested that civil servants are overly comfortable in their roles, but the subsequent union backlash underscores the challenges of reforming a weary workforce.
Despite initial intentions, Starmer’s government finds itself retreating from its criticisms, highlighting a disconnect between political rhetoric and civil service realities after crises.
Ministers’ efforts to embrace the civil service have been met with skepticism, signaling that quick fixes and tech-bro metaphors may not resonate with those in the trenches.
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