Public affairs and communications management

"It is a time of change, uncertainty and opportunity for organisations that provide services to the public sector. A new coalition government, a large structural deficit and major cuts in public spending indicate a period of significant change in policy and public service provision. The 'emergency' Budget of 22nd June set unprecedented targets to reduce the UK's fiscal deficit from £149bn in 2010 to £20bn in 2015. The government aims to achieve around 80% through cuts to spending and benefits. Domestically, political attention will focus on schools, welfare and the economy. Health and the public sector workforce are also on the agenda.

To receive an overview of developments in outsourcing of public services in the run up to the busy autumn period in politics, please read our White Paper on the subject."