Home Secretary visits Olympic Park
Theresa May thanks police for their role in keeping Olympics safe
Home Secretary visits Olympic Park
Theresa May thanks police for their role in keeping Olympics safe
Police thanked for Olympic service
Nick Herbert thanks officers for their hard work in delivering a safe and secure Games
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About us
We're the lead government department immigration, passports, counter-terrorism, policing, drugs, crime and equality policy.
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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 strategy, 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 & 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.