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Government to move jobs from London to York after ‘months of lobbying’

Chief Operating Officer for the Civil Service Alex Chisholm. Photograph: gov.uk
Tue 16 Mar, 2021 @ 12.44 pm News YorkMix

Government ministers are planning to relocate civil service jobs to York, it emerged today.

The Cabinet Office had already announced plans to create a second headquarters in Scotland.

But chief operating officer for the Civil Service Alex Chisholm said: “The Civil Service needs to draw on the talents and skills of individuals and communities across the UK.

“With the Cabinet Office establishing our second headquarters outside of London, we are opening up opportunities for our existing staff to develop their careers, while also drawing on a new and diverse talent pool.

“This is why it’s great news that the Cabinet Office will now be operating out of Glasgow as our second headquarters, as well as in York and other locations across the UK.”

We have asked for more details about the number and type jobs coming here.

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City council leader Keith Aspden at the York Central site. Photograph: York Liberal Democrats

Today City of York Council leader Keith Aspden welcomed the news.

He said: “Following months of lobbying, I welcome the reiterated commitment to move Government jobs and investment to York as a part of the wider civil service relocation programme.

“York is rightly recognised as one of the best places to live and visit in the UK and is renowned for its diverse culture and rich heritage.”

Cllr Aspden said the new York Central development would be perfect for government offices.

“The quality of the York Central site is amongst the best in the North of England, with excellent transport links connecting us to the rest of the UK.

“Our city’s strong cultural scene, combined with a strong technology and science sector, means York has much to offer to any relocated government function.

“Whilst we await for further details, we continue to liaise with government officials regarding the possible establishment of a government hub in the York Central site, and we are working with regional and national partners to secure this opportunity, including the higher paid and skilled jobs that would come with such a move.

“I look forwarding to seeing the promises made to our city, region and the North, to level up, being delivered.”

Tue 16 Mar, 2021

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