Government property function
Government Functional Standard GovS 004: Property, Version: 2.0, published by HM Government on 1 September 2021, defines government property function as: ‘A grouping of similar activities related to property that are aligned across government and embedded into departments and arm’s length bodies. For activities within its scope, the function: sets cross-government strategies; sets and assures standards; develops capability; gives expert advice; drives continuous improvement and develops and delivers commonly required services.’
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