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Five tips for Labour’s new special advisers

Politics
United Kingdom
Gestart August 13, 2026

Five tips for Labour’s new special advisers will.driscoll Wed, 12/08/2026 - 10:50 How can spads in the Burnham government get things done? 6 Comment Patrick McAlary Megan Bryer Institute for Government Yes A record number of special advisers have worked across Whitehall departments in recent years. Civil service Ministers Civil servants Government communications Government reshuffle New government Labour Burnham government Starmer government No Once the public spectacle of a new prime ministe...

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Labour's special advisers should focus on long-term policy goals rather than short-term political gains.

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The role of special advisers should be limited to policy advice, avoiding any direct involvement in political campaigns.

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Labour should ensure that special advisers are diverse and representative of the communities they serve.

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Labour's special advisers should not prioritize party loyalty over the needs of the public they serve.

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Labour's special advisers should prioritize transparency in their communications to rebuild public trust.

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Special advisers must avoid conflicts of interest to maintain their integrity and public credibility.

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Special advisers should actively engage with grassroots movements to better understand public concerns.

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CLAIM Geplaatst door admin • Aug 13, 2026
Special advisers must have clear written job descriptions and measurable accountability for policy outcomes, regardless of where they are recruited from.

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All special adviser salaries and spending should be published quarterly in a public register so taxpayers can scrutinise the cost of the advisory layer.

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The role of special advisers should be clearly defined to prevent overlaps with civil service responsibilities.

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