In response to today's Budget, partners from Deloitte's
public sector practice comment on the impact on public finances,
education and policing.
On the impact on the public sector, Rebecca George, public
sector partner, said:
"The extra squeeze on a number of Government departments
outlined by the Chancellor today increases the pressure on a public
sector already facing immense challenges. Those departments being
asked to find savings will have been through this process two or
three times already and cuts alone simply won't be enough to
tackle the long term strains on public finances.
"Austerity is going to be the norm in the public sector for
years to come. to think about new ways of working and new ways of
delivering services This needs to include addressing the long term
financial liabilities government faces, bringing about a
significant boost to public sector productivity and the greater
involvement of private and third sector organisations in the
delivery
