Alcohol consultation launched
Have your say on measures to cut crime, save lives & reduce alcohol consumption
Alcohol consultation launched
Have your say on measures to cut crime, save lives & reduce alcohol consumption
New stalking offences take effect
More protection for women as new laws come in
Net migration is down
Latest figures show that net migration has fallen by 59,000
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About us
We're the lead government department for immigration, passports, counter-terrorism, policing, drugs and crime.
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Alcohol and drugs
We’re working on the problems caused by illegal drug use. We're also responsible for shaping alcohol strategy, policy and licensing conditions.
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Counter-terrorism
We're the government department responsible for keeping the United Kingdom safe from the threat of terrorism.
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Crime
We're responsible for reducing and preventing crime and ensuring people feel safe in their homes and communities.
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Equalities
Responsibility for equality has moved to the Department for Culture Media and Sport. Information from before then is available on this site, and equalities news since the reshuffle is available on the Department for Culture Media and Sport website.
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Immigration and passports
We secure the UK border and control immigration. We consider applications to enter and stay in the UK; we issue passports and visas.
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Police
We work to support visible, responsive and accountable policing by empowering the public and freeing up the police to fight crime.
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Science, research & statistics
We measure the impact of initiatives and develop new technologies to help reduce crime and keep the UK safe from terrorism.
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Agencies and public bodies
The Home Office includes agencies, non-departmental public bodies and inspectorates.
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The UK Border Agency is responsible for securing the UK border and controlling migration in the UK.