Secretary of State for Health and Social Care
Secretary of State for Health and Social Care
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is a senior position in the Government of the United Kingdom, responsible for the oversight of the Department of Health and Social Care. The role involves the management of the National Health Service (NHS), public health, and social care in England.
History
The position was originally established as the Minister of Health in 1919, evolving over the years to encompass a broader range of responsibilities. The title was changed to Secretary of State for Health in 1988, and later to its current form in 2018 to reflect the inclusion of social care responsibilities.
Responsibilities
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is responsible for:
- Overseeing the National Health Service (NHS) in England.
- Developing policies on public health, including disease prevention and health promotion.
- Managing social care services and ensuring their integration with health services.
- Allocating funding and resources to health and social care services.
- Responding to health emergencies and crises.
Notable Secretaries
19th Century
The 7th Earl of Carlisle was one of the early figures involved in health administration, although the formal position of Secretary of State for Health did not exist at the time.
20th Century
William Molesworth was a prominent political figure whose work laid the groundwork for future health reforms.
21st Century
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Wes Streeting is a contemporary politician who has served as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, focusing on modernizing the NHS and integrating social care services.
Related pages
- Department of Health and Social Care
- National Health Service
- Public health
- Social care in the United Kingdom
Gallery
Lord John Manners
Sir Benjamin Hall
William Cowper-Temple
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