HC Deb 10 December 2003 vol 415 c498W
Sue Doughty

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department for what reason a single Minister has responsibility for immigration, asylum and terrorism and their implications for Government policy and strategy. [142903]

Beverley Hughes

My right hon. Friend the Home Secretary has overall responsibility for immigration, asylum and counter-terrorism issues as part of his ministerial portfolio. On these issues, I provide in-depth support and scrutiny.

All ministerial appointments are the responsibility of the Prime Minister.