Brokenshire moves across from his role as crime prevention minister following Monday’s announcement, reported on SMT Online, that Baroness Neville-Jones had resigned her post.
Baroness Angela Browning has joined the Home Office as minister for crime prevention and anti-social behaviour reduction.
The Baroness’ brief includes responsibility for the Government’s drugs strategy, licensing, community activism and football safety.
In addition, Baroness Browning will now lead on all Home Office business in the House of Lords.
James Brokenshire is the present Member of Parliament for Old Bexley and Sidcup, and was previously Member of Parliament for Hornchurch and Rainham.
He joined the shadow Cabinet in 2006 as shadow minister for home affairs, and has actively campaigned on issues such as crime, asylum and immigration in addition to healthcare issues surrounding facilities at his local hospital.
Before becoming involved in politics, Brokenshire served as a partner at a large international law firm.
Commenting on Brokenshire’s new role in Government, Theresa May explained: “Maintaining public safety and security remains my top priority, and I will continue to take the lead at the Home Office in ensuring the UK’s national security and counter-terrorism strategy responds to the evolving terrorist threat.”
May added: “To support me in this important work, I’m pleased to announce that James Brokenshire will be taking on the role of parliamentary under secretary for crime and security.”
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the Government’s announcement of new security and crime reduction roles for Baroness Angela Browning and James Brokenshire, citing regulatory and legislative changes as two key areas for further engagement.
“The BSIA has long been at the forefront of improving industry standards,” stressed Kelly. “Working with key Government ministers, in addition to the police, the Home Office and industry bodies is crucial in our bid to ensure Best Practice within the private security industry.”
He added: “This is an interesting time for the security industry, with significant regulatory change on the legislative agenda. The BSIA would like to thank Baroness Neville-Jones for her contribution to our industry, and wish her well in her onward career.”
In conclusion, Kelly told SMT Online: “Moving forward, the BSIA will continue to engage with the Government in order to discuss the relevant regulation and legislation in more detail. I look forward to working closely with Baroness Browning and James Brokenshire to ensure that forthcoming legislation meets the needs of the private security industry.”
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