The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have hired Kevin Cunnington, to lead a digital transformation programme as the new Director General for Digital Transformation.

Mr Cunnington has previous experience in delivering large scale digital transformation projects, working with companies including PricewaterhouseCoopers and Goldman Sachs prior to Vodafone.

Mr Cunnington will be tasked with delivering greater efficiency, reform and service improvements through the delivery of agile services.

DWP Permanent Secretary, Robert Devereux, said of the appointment: “Kevin has a wealth of experience in transforming digital services and successfully delivering web and mobile services. These skills and experience will prove invaluable to the department”.

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