Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Steve Reed OBE MP

Biography

Steve Reed OBE was appointed Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on 5 July 2024. He was elected as the MP for Streatham and Croydon North in July 2024.

Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

The Secretary of State has overall responsibility for the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. He has specific responsibilities for:

  • budget, including ODA
  • international relations
  • senior appointments

More about this role

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs