The vast majority of public sector finance directors expect an acceleration of Gershon-style efficiency demands over the next few years, according to a CIPFA survey
With public finances in disarray, funding for third world projects might be vulnerable. But, Caroline Rickatson argues, it remains in the UK's interest to continue offering aid
The BBC is under fire from all sides, over everything from the licence fee to its staff salaries. And it is about to move home. Director general Mark Thompson talks exclusively to David Williams...
The CIPFA Manifesto, to be launched next week, sets out the institute's ideas for restoring confidence in government. Steve Freer gives a flavour of its content
Jeered and cheered in equal measure, Alastair Campbell gained notoriety as Tony Blair’s Rottweiler of a spin doctor. And he’s as forthright as ever, as Tash Shifrin discovers
The new CIPFA president talks to Public Finance editor Mike Thatcher about tackling the recession and climate change - and why Eastern thinking could bring enlightenment to our own public sector
Gordon Brown's government is making a last-ditch attempt to regain the policy and political high ground. But the options for public services are limited, whoever is in power, says Tony Travers