Simon Case resigns as UK civil servant amid ministerial pressure
- Simon Case announced his resignation as the head of the Civil Service in the UK, effective at the end of the year, due to health issues.
- His resignation follows reports that ministers wanted him removed, leading to protests from the trade union for senior civil servants.
- Case emphasized that his decision was solely based on health concerns and not related to any accusations against him.
In the UK, Simon Case, the top civil servant and head of the Civil Service, announced his resignation effective at the end of the year, citing health reasons. This decision follows reports that ministers had urged opposition leader Keir Starmer to dismiss him, leading to significant backlash from the trade union representing senior civil servants. Case, who has been undergoing treatment for a neurological condition for the past 18 months, emphasized that his resignation was solely due to his health and not related to accusations of failing to manage leaks or briefing against Starmer's chief of staff. He expressed gratitude for his time in service, highlighting the honor of working with numerous public servants and government officials. The process for appointing his successor will be conducted transparently by the Prime Minister.