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Information on new training and accreditation available for any civil servant who works with contracts or suppliers, even if this is a small part of your role.
1. About the programme The government, service users, communities and…
If you are newly into a role managing public sector contracts and…
Why do we need fully-trained and accredited contract managers? Because…
The journey to here The programme was launched in 2018 to provide…
Background The need for accredited contract management professionals The…
About the programme The need for accredited contract management…
About the programme The need for accredited senior contract management…
Development programme This programme is a concise stepping stone for…
About the programme Background and context Leading teams that manage…
Coaching helps with the journey. It complements the commercial and…
The 'Civil Service Management Code' sets out the rules and principles which government departments and agencies must adhere to in the exercise of their discretions to set certain terms and conditions of service for t…
A guide for UK Government civil servants explaining devolution and how to take account of devolution to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland when working on policies and managing services.
Advice for UK Government civil servants on taking account of devolution to…
How senior pay and reward packages are approved.
Developed by Government People Group, the Global HR Design sets the standard for user centric HR services for the public sector, with a focus on UK Government.
Our leaders need to set a clear overall direction for the Civil Service so that all our different organisations work as a coherent and effective whole. The Head of the Civil Service is supported in this by all his permanent …
Amendments to the Civil Service Additional Voluntary Contributions Scheme - laid before Parliament on 4 November 2025.
The report outlining the evidence provided by the government to the Senior Salaries Review Body.
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