The UK Government has awarded a contract worth up to £456 million to consultancy firms KPMG and EY for training civil servants between 2026 and 2028, according to the Financial Times, citing government procurement tracker Tussell. This deal, which includes training in AI, is reportedly the largest single contract awarded to 'Big Four' companies since Tussell began tracking records in 2012. KPMG's share is capped at £319 million, while EY's portion is £137 million. The contract was awarded despite a 2024 government pledge to halve consultancy spending.