Written questions

Deputy Prime Minister: Staff

Commons · Question 4478 · Tabled 29 May 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record

Answered 8 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Nick Timothy

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, how many staff members are employed solely to support his work as Deputy Prime Minister; and what the total cost is of their combined annual salary.

Answer

Answered by Jake Richards, 8 Jun 2026

The Deputy Prime Minister is supported by an Office of Deputy Prime Minister which coordinates work across departments and supports on the delivery of the Deputy Prime Minister’s priorities. There are currently 11 departmental staff members in the Office ...