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UK Plans 50,000 Civil Service Job Cuts Amid Budget Crisis

5/30/2025

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The UK government is set to slash up to 50,000 civil service jobs in a bid to address a staggering £60 billion budget deficit. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is pushing for a 15% cut in operating costs by 2030. Meanwhile, senior ministers are advocating for increased funding, as police chiefs raise alarms about the potential dangers of austerity on public safety.

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The UK government is set to slash up to 50,000 civil service jobs in a bid to address a staggering £60 billion budget deficit. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is pushing for a 15% cut in operating costs by 2030. Meanwhile, senior ministers are advocating for increased funding, as police chiefs raise alarms about the potential dangers of austerity on public safety.