Priti Patel's top civil servant says he intends to sue the government for constructive dismissal.
Breaking - Philip Rutnam, Home Office boss, quits saying he has been target of viscious and orchestrated campaign against himIn a statement given to BBC News, Sir Philip said:"In the last 10 days, I have been the target of a vicious and orchestrated briefing campaign."
He said allegations he had briefed the media against the home secretary was one of many"completely false" claims against him.He added:"I regret I do not believe her. She has not made the efforts I would expect to dissociate herself from the comments." Sir Philip said he had attempted a"reconciliation" with Ms Patel but that she had"made no effort to engage with me to discuss this".
The FDA union for senior public servants said Sir Philip's resignation was a consequence of people making anonymous claims about civil servants"who are unable to publicly defend themselves". FDA general secretary Dave Penman said the"cowardly practice" was"ruining lives and careers" as well as diverting resources.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Priti Patel 'tried to have Home Office official sacked on Christmas Eve'Permanent secretary refused request, leading to tensions, and official took retirement
Read more »
Home Office boss in Priti Patel 'bullying' row quits after 'vicious' campaignHome Office boss Philip Rutnam has stepped down from his position and has announced plans to sue the government, claiming he has been a target of a 'vicious and orchestrated campaign', according to the BBC
Read more »
Home Office boss quits over 'campaign against him''I have been the target of a vicious and orchestrated briefing campaign' Top civil servant in the Home Office, Sir Philip Rutnam, quits and says he intends to sue the government for constructive dismissal
Read more »
Home Office 'presides over 100 data breaches' in administration of EU settlement schemeEU nationals’ passports lost and ID cards sent to wrong addresses in ‘concerning’ data breaches, report finds
Read more »
Inside Amir and Faryal Khan's luxury home they’re bringing new baby boy home toThe parents will be welcoming their new bundle of joy to their luxury estate in Bolton – but not for long
Read more »
Google employee who was at Zurich office has coronavirusAn employee of Alphabet Inc's Google, who had been in the Zurich office, has tested positive for coronavirus, the company said. The number of cases in Switzerland has risen to 15.
Read more »