Government

Our Top Sites

Need to badger a bureaucrat or just interested in seeing who does what? Our list of government department sites will give you the information you're looking for.

Days Out:Houses of Parliament

The Houses of Parliament are open all year round to members of the UK public as well as overseas visitors. Visitors can watch laws being made, attend debates and take a tour the buildings, or climb the Clock Tower. View Site »

Department for Education and Skills, The

They are central to UK government and aim to give you the skills, knowledge and encouragement to enable you to get the best out of life. The news area of the site features Departmental press notices and a subscription facility if you are interested in being kept up-to-date with the latest news from the Department register. View Site »

Department for Work and Pensions, The

Responsible for delivering support and advice through a modern network of services to people of working age, employers, pensioners, families and children and disabled people. Their key aims are to help their customers become financially independent and help reduce child poverty. View Site »

HM Treasury

The department responsible for formulating and putting into effect the UK Government's financial and economic policy. They aim to raise the rate of sustainable growth, and achieve rising prosperity, through creating economic and employment opportunities for all. Visit their website to find detailed information and a range of policy documents. View Site »

Serious Fraud Office, The

An independent government department that investigates and prosecutes serious or complex fraud in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It is part of the UK criminal justice system. Use the site to find out more about the Serious Fraud Office, how they deal with cases, publications and speeches, and current vacancies. View Site »

Department for International Development, The

The UK Government department responsible for promoting sustainable development and reducing poverty. The central focus of the Government's policy, based on the 1997 and 2000 White Papers on International Development, is a commitment to the internationally agreed Millennium Development Goals, to be achieved by 2015. View Site »

Department of Health, The

Their aim is to improve the health and well-being of people in England. Their work ranges from providing specialist guidance to general practitioners, dentists and social workers, to helping promote healthier lifestyles and living. On this site you will find the latest on the Department's work, as well as health and social care guidance, publications and policy. View Site »

Lord Chancellor's Department, The

Their main departmental role is to secure the efficient administration of justice in England and Wales. Broadly speaking he is responsible for: the effective management of the courts; the appointment of judges, magistrates and other judicial office holders; the administration of legal aid; the oversight of a wide programme of Government civil legislation and reform. View Site »

Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs, The

This department works for the essentials of life - food, air, land, water, people, animals and plants. Their aim is for sustainable development, which means a better quality of life for everyone, now and for generations to come. This includes a better environment at home and internationally, and sustainable use of natural resources. View Site »

Foreign and Commonwealth Office, The

Their purpose is to work for the United Kingdom's interests in a safe, just and prosperous world. For more detailed information about their objectives, how the work is funded, and how their success is measured, check out the website. You can also find out more about the Ministers and their responsibilities. View Site »

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