Civil Service Fast Stream top graduate employer

The Civil Service Fast Stream has come out on top of the Times Top 100 Graduate Employers Awards.

It also won the title of Best Public Sector Employer.

The ranking is based on research involving more than 15,000 final year students from universities across the UK.

Darren Jones, Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister, said: "I’m delighted that the Civil Service Fast Stream has been recognised by graduates as a great place to kick-start a fulfilling career in public service.

"Creating more opportunities for people across the country is a priority for this government. We now need to go further and faster in reforming the way the state delivers which is why we are placing more fast streamers in roles outside of London, so that brilliant minds from every corner of the country can help build the modern, effective Civil Service that Britain needs."

Cat Little, Cabinet Office Permanent Secretary and Civil Service Chief Operating Officer, said: "We are so proud that the Civil Service Fast Stream has returned to the top spot. This award shows graduates recognise the real opportunities the Fast Stream provides.

"The programme develops participants’ skills, knowledge, and networks so they become confident, inspiring leaders who help the government deliver its priorities and make a real difference to communities."