quango

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It heard that the quango was "too bureaucratic" and had a narrow interpretation of the opportunities in its remit.

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Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden said: "This overhaul will mean there are stronger rules, fewer quangos and clearer lines of accountability."

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The research also found that at least 1,472 quango staff received over £100,000 in total remuneration, which included salary, expenses and pension benefits.

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Some of these organisations, known as quangos, could be closed, merged, or have their responsibilities handed over to departments.

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The government has already announced big cuts to the welfare bill as well as plans to cut the civil service and abolish several quangos including NHS England.

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