Maude: Scheme no longer fit for purpose

Francis Maude, the Cabinet Office minister, singles out the Public and Commercial Services union (PCS) as the roadblock to reform of civil service redundancy payments:

“Throughout this process we have been committed to reaching a negotiated settlement that is affordable and gives protection to lower paid civil servants.

“These five unions – Prospect, FDA, Prison Officers’ Association, Unite and GMB – have made great efforts during the talks to reach an agreement about a sustainable scheme, while securing the best deal for their members.