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Deputy Prime Minister: Working Hours

Commons · Question 4479 · 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 hours a week on average he spends fulfilling his duties as Deputy Prime Minister.

Answer

Answered by Jake Richards, 8 Jun 2026

The Deputy Prime Minister also holds the offices of Secretary of State for Justice and Lord Chancellor, and his responsibilities span all three roles.The role of Deputy Prime Minister carries responsibilities that are not confined to standard working hour...