- Government appoints Chief Procurement Officer to cut waste
The Minister for the Cabinet Office, Francis Maude today announced that John Collington will become the first Chief Procurement Officer for the whole of Government
Wed, 20/04/2011
- Supplier representatives to cut costs for Government
‘Crown Representatives’ will ensure that Government receives the best value for money from its major suppliers, by ensuring that the Government acts as a single customer.
Wed, 13/04/2011
- Government launches Major Projects Authority
Major Government projects will now be subject to tough controls to improve performance in delivering on time and in budget. All major projects will be scrutinised by the new Major Projects Authority (MPA).
Thu, 31/03/2011
- Government to save millions on ICT
Francis Maude today launched a strategy for cutting public spending on government information and communication technology (ICT) by millions of pounds. The Government ICT Strategy aims to cut duplication and waste in Government ICT.
Wed, 30/03/2011
- New government spending controls to deliver billions more in savings
The Government has announced a new set of controls on government spending which are expected to save billions of pounds.
Wed, 02/03/2011
- Joe Harley CBE appointed Chief Information Officer for the UK Government
Cabinet Office news release announcing the appointment of Joe Harley CBE as Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the UK Government.
Mon, 31/01/2011
- Public Data Corporation to free up public data and drive innovation
Francis Maude and Edward Davey have outlined plans for a new Public Data Corporation.
Wed, 12/01/2011
- Government action to cut wasteful spending saves taxpayers over £1bn
The Government expects to save over £3 billion in one year as a result of the efficiency and reform measures introduced by the Coalition Government.
Thu, 16/12/2010
- Government welcomes proposals for digital public services
Public services should be delivered online or by other digital means, the Government has announced.
Tue, 23/11/2010
- Cabinet Office announces Spending Review settlement
The Cabinet Office has announced that it will reduce its core resource budget by 35 per cent in real terms.
Wed, 20/10/2010
