Simon Case, the UK Cabinet Secretary and head of the civil service, has resigned from his position, according to an official announcement on May 15, 2026. Case, who has served since September 2020, will step down later this year.
The resignation comes amid ongoing discussions about civil service reform and the role of the Cabinet Office. Case cited personal reasons for his decision, stating he wants to spend more time with his family after six years in the demanding role.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer thanked Case for his service, noting his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and the transition to the current government. A successor is expected to be named in the coming weeks.
