New recruitment guidance: Tackling employment history concerns
To support the recruitment community, the Resourcing Policy and Practice team is pleased to announce the launch of the Employment History Checks Guidance
National Security Vetting policies are being updated
National Security Vetting policies are being updated to put nationality and residency eligibility checks at the start of the recruitment journey
Introducing the refreshed HR Career Framework
The HR Career Framework has been updated, our tool designed to help HR Professionals understand and navigate careers within the People Function.
Relaunch of the HR apprenticeships scheme
We are excited to announce the relaunch of HR apprenticeships, offering a new learning experience designed to build high quality HR capability across government.
Government Recruitment Service: Safeguarding your organisation through vetting excellence
GRS protects UK Government assets by providing an evolving centre of expertise for pre-employment checks.
Launching a new National School of Government and Public Services
A centralised institution, aiming to transform and innovate our learning offer across government, has been announced.
“Move fast. Fix things.” CSPM Darren Jones’ plans for Whitehall
Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones' sets out plans for Whitehall, in a speech on 20 January.
HR Apprenticeships to be relaunched for 2026
HR Apprenticeships will relaunch in early 2026, offering a new and improved learning experience.
Catch-up: How AI is transforming the People Function
Explore how the People Function is evolving to keep pace with the changing nature of work and AI.
Civil Service signs charter supporting colleagues with terminal illness
The Civil Service is strengthening its commitment to support those facing terminal illness.
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