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The Curious Case Of Camilla And The Privy Council

Posted on August 23, 2016 by jasonloch

When browsing the Court Circular, I noticed that the Duchess of Cornwall was admitted to the Privy Council in June. This is rather unusual. Although the heir apparent invariably becomes a Privy Counsellor, this honor is not usually extended to their … Continue reading →

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How Does One Become A Minister?

Posted on July 14, 2016 by jasonloch

Earlier this week, I explained the formalities that a person must undergo before they can become Prime Minister. Today, I will do the same thing for the other members of Her Majesty’s Government. This is a surprisingly complex subject since ministers … Continue reading →

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One Office, Eighteen Occupants

Posted on September 8, 2014 by jasonloch

The British statute book contains countless references to “the Secretary of State.” At first glance, this hardly seems surprising. However, those four words mask a surprising level of complexity. Should you visit the Downing Street website in order to identify … Continue reading →

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