Critics say change to the civil service code could 'stifle whistleblowing ' Ministers are currently struggling to contain row over contentious plans . Plans would bar 430,000 civil servants from talking to journalists . The move is being pushed by ministers who fear that leaks of sensitive information will undermine their ability to run a modern government and protect national security. The Cabinet Office insist that the amendment ‘ clarifies ’ current practice .
Critics say change to the civil service code could 'stifle whistleblowing ' Ministers are currently struggling to contain row over contentious plans . Plans would bar 430,000 civil servants from talking to journalists . Officials could be sacked if they speak out before checking with a minister . The Cabinet Office insist that the amendment ‘ clarifies ’ current practice .