Top UK Diplomat Quits After Clashing Over Cuts

A senior British civil servant, brought in to slash costs at the Foreign Office, has resigned after a short and turbulent tenure. Olly Robbins, a powerful former Brexit negotiator, left his private sector role last year to return to government. He was tasked with implementing strict budget reductions and improving efficiency. His aggressive approach to cutting spending reportedly caused significant internal conflict. Colleagues described a climate of turmoil as he pushed for rapid delivery of savings. The departure deepens instability within the department, which is managing several global crises. It highlights the ongoing tension between diplomatic priorities and government demands for fiscal restraint.