We see a pattern in procurement, certainly with this government and the former Conservative government, of hiring outside consultants to do work they're not doing, rather than building the internal capacity and supporting folks who are working in the system with HR practices and hiring. Would you agree that if we stopped as much outsourcing as we currently do and instead invested in building a robust public service, we would be saving money?
On February 27th, 2024. See this statement in context.