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Machinery of Government

03 June 2025

Proposing MP
Keir Starmer Lab
Holborn and St Pancras
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Prime Minister
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement addresses Machinery of Government changes involving the relocation of certain responsibilities within different departments.

Action Requested

The Cabinet Office's responsibility for government and public sector cyber security is moving to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology immediately. Defence exports promotion will move from the Department for Business and Trade to the Ministry of Defence effective July 31st.

Key Facts

  • Responsibility for government and public sector cyber security moves from the Cabinet Office to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
  • Defence exports promotion responsibility moves from the Department for Business and Trade to the Ministry of Defence on 31st July.
  • Security and Cyber exports responsibility remains in the Department for Business and Trade.
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