Head of profession – Howell James
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.