Kemi Badenoch claimed during the Conservative Party conference that up to 10% of civil servants are "so bad they should be in prison," referring to actions like leaking official secrets. While acknowledging many civil servants are competent, she emphasized the need to swiftly address those obstructive individuals who undermine ministers. Badenoch's comments reflect a growing frustration within the Conservative ranks about the perceived inefficiency and misconduct in civil service.
In a candid acknowledgment of the challenges faced by ministers, Badenoch stated, "About 10% of them are absolutely magnificent. And the trick to being a good minister is to find the good ones quickly, bring them close and try and get the bad ones out of your department as quickly as possible." This insight underscores her strategy for navigating a staunch bureaucratic landscape.
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