Home Secretary
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The home secretary in the United Kingdom is a senior minister of the British Government and the head of the Home Office. Since 13 November 2023, the office has been held by James Cleverly. He is responsible for immigration, the police and other matters relating to the safety of the United Kingdom.
Quick Facts Secretary of State for the Home Department, Style ...
Secretary of State for the Home Department | |
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Home Office | |
Style | Home Secretary (informal) The Right Honourable (UK and the Commonwealth) |
Status | Great Office of State |
Member of | Cabinet Privy Council National Security Council |
Reports to | The prime minister |
Seat | Westminster |
Appointer | The Crown on advice of the prime minister |
Term length | At His Majesty's pleasure |
Formation | 27 March 1782 |
First holder | Earl of Shelburne |
Website | www |
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The shadow Home Secretary is Yvette Cooper.
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