Policing in your pocket
Surrey Police launch innovative mobile app to encourage local people to use government crime mapping data.
Policing in your pocket
Surrey Police launch innovative mobile app to encourage local people to use government crime mapping data.
New information for police
Theresa May has commissioned new advice on dealing with disorder following riots in England.
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About us
We're the lead government department for policies on 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 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
We lead on issues relating to women, sexual orientation and transgender equality; we're responsible for equality strategy and legislation.
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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 and 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.
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Government equalities office website
A cross-cutting Home Office unit responsibility within government for equality strategy and legislation.