Deputy Prime Minister

(asked on 24th March 2026) - View Source

Question to the Ministry of Justice:

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether the costs arising from his role as Deputy Prime Minister are being met from the department’s budget.


Answered by
Jake Richards Portrait
Jake Richards
Assistant Whip
This question was answered on 21st April 2026

As outlined on gov.uk, the Deputy Prime Minister acts on behalf of the department and also deputises for the Prime Minister. Engagements completed on the Prime Minister's behalf, including international visits, are generally paid for by the Cabinet Office.

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