Politics · 19 June 2026

Public service jobs returning to government

It's the biggest wave of public service jobs returning in a generation, affecting cleaners and security staff. The Cabinet Office declared the 'age of outsourcing is over' on Thursday, with departments bringing roles back as contracts end. Shares in major contractors like Serco, Capita, and Mitie fell on Wednesday after the news.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 June 2026 at 6:43

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