On Wednesday, the Prime Minister announced the appointment of Lucy Frazer to the Cabinet role of Justice Secretary. This comes after Frazer resigned from her previous role as Housing Minister in September.
Frazer, a Conservative MP for South East Cambridgeshire, was appointed to the role of Housing Minister in July 2019. During her time in the role, she was responsible for overseeing the government’s housing policy, including the introduction of the Renters’ Reform Bill and the new Lifetime Deposit scheme.
Frazer has now been appointed to the role of Justice Secretary, replacing Robert Buckland who was promoted to Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice in February. In her new role, Frazer will be responsible for overseeing the government’s criminal justice system and prisons. She will also be responsible for ensuring that the government’s plans for reforming the legal aid system are implemented.
Frazer has a long history of public service, having previously served as a barrister in the Crown Prosecution Service and as a Member of Parliament since 2015. She is also a qualified solicitor and has worked in private practice.
Frazer’s appointment to the Cabinet role of Justice Secretary is seen as a positive move by many. She is seen as a competent and experienced politician who is well-suited to the role. Her appointment is also seen as a sign that the Prime Minister is keen to promote more women to senior positions in government.
The Prime Minister has praised Frazer for her “exceptional dedication and commitment” to public service and said that he was “delighted” to appoint her to the role of Justice Secretary.
Frazer’s appointment to the Cabinet role of Justice Secretary is an important step forward for women in politics and public service. It is hoped that her appointment will inspire more women to pursue careers in politics and public service, and that it will help to create a more equal and diverse Cabinet.