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McFadden: Ministers will be radical in civil service reforms

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McFadden: Ministers will be radical in civil service reforms

McFadden: Ministers will be radical in civil service reforms

Ministers are set to implement “radical” reforms to the civil service, focusing on improved efficiency and performance.

Under new proposals, under-performing staff could leave voluntarily, and senior officials' pay will be linked to performance.

Pat McFadden stressed the need for better value for money and greater freedom for civil servants.

Report by Covellm.

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