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Howell James was appointed Permanent Secretary for Government Communication in July 2004.
As the head of profession, Howell's job is to: lead government communicators; improve the co-ordination of cross-departmental issues; and help improve the abilities and capabilities of communicators within every government department.
Howell's appointment was made in line with recommendations made by the Phillis Review.