National School of Government
The role of the National School of Government, a separate Non-Ministerial Department since 1 January 2007, is to act as a centre of excellence for learning and development in support of the business priorities of government. The National School works nationally and internationally to help government departments and public sector organisations build capacity in good governance and offer more effective, better value services.
The National School aims to invigorate the thinking of public servants and to evolve their constituent organisations. It offers a combination of open programmes, tailored and bespoke solutions and consultancy work.
The National School of Government Steering Board, appointed by the Cabinet Secretary, comprises leaders from across Whitehall, the wider public and not-for-profit sectors. Chaired by Sir Brian Bender, the Steering Board oversees the work of the National School.
