Cabinet Office

The Cabinet Office is a UK government department responsible for supporting the Prime Minister and ensuring the effective operation of government. It coordinates policy and ensures delivery across departments. Recent news focuses on the Cabinet Office's role in releasing documents related to Peter Mandelson's appointment and subsequent sacking as US ambassador. These documents, released after pressure, raise questions about the vetting process and severance negotiations. Additionally, the Cabinet Office is overseeing the development of a £1.8bn digital ID scheme, which is expected to have limited functionality by the next general election. The department is also implicated in the investigation of Josh Simons, a Cabinet Office minister, for his past actions involving the targeting of journalists, highlighting potential ethical concerns within the government.