Super priority visa service offers greater flexibility for Indian travellers
New system will make it quicker and simpler for frequent Indian travellers to visit or do business in the UK
Super priority visa service offers greater flexibility for Indian travellers
New system will make it quicker and simpler for frequent Indian travellers to visit or do business in the UK
Passport renewal - beat the rush
More than one million left it until the eleventh hour to apply for a passport last summer
New This is Abuse advert challenges abusive teen relationships
The hard hitting TV advert, co-produced with MTV, will run from today as part of the This is Abuse campaign
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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
The Department for Culture Media and Sport (DCMS) now leads on equality. Information from before 4 September 2012 is on this site. News since then is on the DCMS website.
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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.