Mapping the Justice landscape
Published on:This piece explains how the NAO uses spatial analytics to bring audit teams closer to the data and visualise the complex geographic relationships at work behind the scenes in the justice system.
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Update on the Thameslink Programme
Published on:The programme to upgrade to the Thameslink routes through London has a realistic prospect of delivering value for money but there remains risks which the Department for Transport and Network Rail need to manage carefully.
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The Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern rail franchise
Published on:This examines the causes of poor performance on the Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern network since the franchise began in September 2014, the effects on passenger services, financial outcomes for the operator and the Department, and the Department’s handling of the Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern franchise.
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Jobcentre journey time application
Published on:Background The job centre journey time application presents the results of an experimental jobcentre journey time model. It provides an overview of planned changes (at a specific point in time) to the jobcentre estate in England and allows exploration of the estimated impact that these changes may have on the time it takes for people […]
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Stronger support for innovation in transport sector can unlock economic, environmental and consumer benefits
Published on:DfT has strengthened how it supports use of new science and technology, but must establish a clearer risk appetite and provide better support.
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DfT makes progress but must get reset of HS2 right this time following past failures
Published on:The Department for Transport and HS2 Ltd are making progress in their reset of the High Speed Two (HS2) railway line.
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Confirmed impacts: Helping government to learn from past rail infrastructure programmes
Published on:This impacts case study shows how our identification of lessons from past rail infrastructure programmes regarding aspects such as planning, monitoring and financing, has helped the Department for Transport apply these lessons, including in the HS2 programme.
It is one example of financial or non-financial benefits realised in 2014 as a result of our involvement, all of which are set out in our interactive PDF.
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Confirmed impacts: Developing the capability needed to deliver the rail strategy
Published on:This impacts case study shows how our reports pointing to the need for Department for Transport staff to improve their skills in managing complex procurements helped DfT to develop a Commercial Capability Strategy, increase leadership training and create a network for sharing advice.
It is one example of financial or non-financial benefits realised in 2014 as a result of our involvement, all of which are set out in our interactive PDF
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Government has increased its climate change ambition, now it must step up to the challenge
Published on:Achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions will be a colossal challenge for the UK and one that will require all parts of government to work together. The NAO has audited numerous cross-government projects and programmes in the past, ranging from the 2012 Olympics to preparations for EU Exit. This experience has given us a deep […]
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Departmental Overview: The performance of the Department for Transport 2013-14
Published on:This Departmental Overview is one of 17 we have produced covering our work on each major government department. It summarises our work on the Department for Transport 2013-14.
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Electricity networks
Published on:This report examines how effectively Ofgem has used electricity network price controls to protect consumers and achieve government’s environmental goals.
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Effective governance and accountability is a mainstay for successful contract management
Published on:Public bodies should demonstrate robust, independent oversight of both their contractual arrangements and overall commercial portfolios
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SEND reforms need to address home to school transport pressures
Published on:Our report looks at why home to school transport is one of the fastest growing areas of spending for local authorities in England.
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Our new Executive Directors
Published on:We are delighted to announce that Verity Prime and Laura Lucking have joined the NAO as our new Executive Directors, as a job-share.
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Air Quality
Published on:This National Audit Office briefing gives an overview of government’s approach to improving air quality in the UK. It has been prepared in support of a joint inquiry by the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC), the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee, the Health Committee and the Transport Committee. It examines why air quality matters; the UK’s plan for improving air quality; and risks and success factors for delivery of government’s air quality plans.
16 November 2017
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Passenger journeys decline amid uncertainty over commercial viability of local bus services
Published on:A new NAO report examines if the Department for Transport has delivered value for money from its support to local bus services outside of London.
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Departmental Overview: The performance of the Department for Transport 2012-13
Published on:This Departmental Overview is one of 17 we have produced covering our work on each major government department. It summarises our work on the Department for Transport 2012-13.
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Reform of the rail franchising programme
Published on:The management of rail franchising has improved since 2012 however significant risks remain to achieving value for money as the programme develops.
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The sale of Eurostar
Published on:The sale of Eurostar generated proceeds of £757m. The government prepared well for the sale and achieved its objectives to maximise proceeds. The sale illustrates some general lessons for government as it embarks on its asset sales programme.
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Asylum accommodation and support
Published on:This report examines the government’s replacement of the COMPASS contracts for accommodation and support for asylum seekers.