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Public Bodies Reform

26 April 2022

Proposing MP
North East Somerset
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

Mr Jacob Rees-Mogg is announcing guidance for a new series of public body reviews as part of the Public Bodies Reform Programme.

Action Requested

The Cabinet Office has published guidance documents that will underpin these public body reviews, which aim to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of arm’s length bodies. These reviews are expected to deliver at least 5% efficiency savings on average.

Key Facts

  • Arm's length bodies spend over £220 billion a year.
  • Arm's length bodies employ over 300,000 people.
  • The Public Bodies Reform Programme was established last year with the mission to make public bodies accountable, efficient and effective.
  • Guidance documents will be available on GOV.UK.
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