Public service

Why Israel’s civil service needs urgent reform - opinion

Victory in the next war will be determined not only in the skies over Iran but also in government offices, in local authorities, and wherever the civil service shoulders the burden of the nation. 

A CEREMONY marking the rebuilding of Kibbutz Nir Oz, after the October 7 massacre, takes place earlier this month. The challenge is not just to bring residents back but to return them to thriving communities, the writer asserts.
Israeli State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman attends a State Control Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on May 12, 2025.

Psychological-educational service alarmingly lacking, even in wake of war, State Comptroller finds

 The Knesset building, home of Israel's legislature, in Jerusalem, on November 14, 2022 (Illustrative).

Now is the time to replace the 'deep state' with an appreciation of deep service - opinion

THE WRITER attends a conference held earlier this month in Jerusalem to launch an ecosystem for better public service. If the current war has taught us anything, it is that the link between a strong public system and social resilience is inseparable, says the writer.

More investments needed in Israel's public systems to improve quality of life - opinion


Invisible infrastructure is the base of social resilience during a crisis - opinion

Given the current understanding of the importance of public infrastructure, Israel's government have a rare opportunity to invest smartly in public and invisible infrastructure.

 A military truck seen on top of a truck in traffic, on their way to the northern border with Lebanon, on Road 1, September 18, 2024

Preliminary research shows grief for public figures can rival that for personal relationships

According to Dr. Lichtenthal, parasocial relationships can be thought of as one-sided relationships involving a sense of connection to a public figure who one does not personally know.

 How do we feel when a well-known person dies?

Editor's Notes: Kan needs reform, not destruction—it’s both flawed and essential

Kan’s budget is a hefty NIS 800 million a year - but public broadcasting isn’t about competing with commercial channels, it’s about amplifying voices.

 Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest outside the studios of the Public Broadcasting Corporation KAN, in Jerusalem, on August 17, 2020

TAU awards honorary degree to first Jewish woman appointed to Canada's Supreme Court

Eight individuals from diverse fields will be recognized for their remarkable contributions to society.

 Tel Aviv University Honorary Degree 2024

End factory noise: Peace for town residents

Putting an end to the noise from the factory: Machines are seized by the Land Enforcement Authority for prohibited use, posing an environmental hazard to nearby settlement residents.

 Criminal seizure of machinery and tools in Arara

Police issue weather and flood warnings for Israel

The public is advised to avoid going to the listed areas and pay attention to the police updates.

Israeli rescue service personnel operate near the site where 10 Israeli youths were swept away by a flash flood south of the Dead Sea on April 26

Public diplomacy minister resigns over doubled authority

Public Diplomacy Minister Galit Distal-Atbaryan said that the Diaspora Affairs Ministry had far more resources and a bigger budget for the job.

Galit Distal Atbaryan

A-G calls for suspension of local council head over alleged crime links

Abu Latif, 64, and his son, 24, served as operatives of a criminal organization. Police alleged that they preyed on local businesses, demanding protection fees.

 Buildings in the town of Rameh.

Diplomats should represent the country, not the government - opinion

The Israeli government has instructed its foreign service diplomats to whitewash the judicial overhaul. This is a mistake.

An entrance to the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem

Israel advances plan to privatize Postal Company

Israel's Postal Company is advancing toward privatization, with a focus on improving its service to the public and enhancing public welfare.

 CHAOS AT the Israel Post is a national, rueful joke.

Israel tests drone 'air taxis' for the first time

It is hoped that with further developments, the drones may be able to transport people for long distances.

Israel’s National Drone Initiative advances to next level