""I think the prime minister is losing the ability to work with the civil service. Who in the civil service would now think they would be immune from when it is politically expedient to be dismissed?""
""We have thousands of civil servants who act with integrity and professionalism every day.""
""It was right that Sir Olly had lost his job.""
Sir Keir Starmer's decision to fire Sir Olly Robbins, the lead civil servant in the Foreign Office, has led to accusations of creating a chilling atmosphere within the civil service. Concerns have been raised about the implications for civil servants' job security and the ability to work effectively with the government. Starmer attempted to downplay the situation, emphasizing the professionalism of civil servants. The controversy stems from the vetting process related to Lord Mandelson's appointment as ambassador, with supporters claiming Starmer was unaware of critical details.
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