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Starmer Accused Of Sending Chill Through Civil Service. Keir Starmer has been accused of creating a “chill” within the civil service after the dismissal of a senior Foreign Office official. The criticism comes from Dave Penman, head of the FDA trade union, who warned the decision could damage trust between ministers and civil servants. The row follows the sacking of Olly Robbins, who had been leading the Foreign Office, linked to controversy over the vetting of Peter Mandelson. Penman said the move risks making officials feel vulnerable to political pressure, raising concerns about how government decisions are carried out. Starmer has rejected suggestions of a wider rift, praising the professionalism and integrity of civil servants across government. The dispute highlights growing tensions between ministers and officials as scrutiny continues over recent diplomatic appointments.
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