The State of the State 2016-17: Brexit and the business of government

This report provides a unique, independent analysis of the UK public sector through a business lens.

Produced by Deloitte UK in collaboration with Reform, the insight is informed by interviews with public sector leaders, citizen research and an in-depth analysis of government data.

A survey of 1,000 people found seven key findings including:

• 41% of citizens expect public services to worsen because of Brexit.
• Public support for taxes to fund public spending is on the rise, for the first time since the 1990’s.
• 57% feel that the NHS is the top priority, compared with Brexit at 33%.
• A digital divide exists amongst citizens by age and social class.

Public sector leaders say:

• Brexit will impact on funding, the workforce, priorities and local economies.
• Digital transformation is struggling to meet the ambition.
• Collaboration and workforce flexibility are key characteristics of the future public sector.
• Leadership will be challenged to become more effective, high profile, diverse and continually renewed.