New Cabinet Secretary Calls for Overhaul of Whitehall Operations

Chris Wormald outlines plans to implement Keir Starmer's government reforms, emphasizing cross-department collaboration and technological innovation.

Chris Wormald, the newly appointed Cabinet Secretary, has pledged to support Prime Minister Keir Starmer's 'rewiring' of how the government operates.
Wormald's first-day message to civil servants emphasized the need for collaboration across departments and leveraging technology to improve efficiency.
The reforms are part of Starmer's broader 'Plan for Change,' which includes addressing living standards, building 1.5 million homes, reducing NHS waiting times, and increasing public safety.
The announcement follows Starmer's recent criticism of a 'culture of managed decline' in Whitehall, which has caused tension with civil servants.
Wormald replaces Simon Case, who stepped down due to health issues after four years in the role, and has vowed to meet with officials nationwide to gather ideas for improving government operations.