Any plan for the Civil Service must be developed in partnership with Civil Servants and their unions, said Prospect

Mike Clancy, General Secretary of Prospect trade union, responding to reports the Government is planning 10,000 job cuts, said:

"The Prime Minister has been clear that this government intends to value the contribution of dedicated public servants, and we welcome that commitment.

"We need a clear plan for the future of the civil service that goes beyond the blunt headcount targets that have failed in the past.

"This plan needs to be developed in partnership with civil servants and their unions, and we look forward to deeper engagement with the government in the coming months."