Democracy and constitution
This includes responsibility for constitutional matters, devolution and electoral reform. Responsibility for the Electoral Commission, IPSA, and the Boundary Commissions has also transferred to the Cabinet Office.
A number of areas of responsibility were not transferred, and remain with the Ministry of Justice.
We oversee fundamental human rights, including the right to freedom of expression and the right to a fair trial. We are working to ensure that all public authorities understand and consider our human rights, and the broader needs of society, when developing policies and delivering services.
We are also responsible for data protection and, working with the Information Commissioner, produces guidance and promotes best practice to raise standards across the private and public sector to ensure people’s personal information is properly protected and treated with respect.
We also work with other European and international countries to encourage cooperation across borders, including protecting people from crime, helping them access effective justice systems and respecting their rights, at home and abroad.
