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The UK Government, the Law and Your Role › Government and Democracy
What is a civil servant?
- A member of the armed forces who works in an administrative role
- A permanent, politically neutral government employee who works for various government departments
- A volunteer who assists in community services
- An elected local government official
Why this is the correct answer
Civil servants are permanent employees of the government who remain in post regardless of which political party is in power, ensuring continuity of administration. They are expected to carry out the policies of the elected government impartially and without expressing personal political views.