Crime maps expanded
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Crime maps expanded
More detailed information at your fingertips.
Targeting illegal firearms
Consultation to strengthen law on illegal firearms.
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About us
We're the lead government department for policies on immigration, passports, counter-terrorism, policing, drugs and crime.
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Alcohol and drugs
We’re working on the problems caused by illegal drug use. We're also responsible for shaping alcohol policy and licensing conditions.
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Counter-terrorism
We're the government department responsible for keeping the United Kingdom safe from the threat of terrorism.
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Crime
We're responsible for reducing and preventing crime and ensuring people feel safe in their homes and communities.
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Equalities
We lead on issues relating to women, sexual orientation and transgender equality; we're responsible for equality strategy and legislation.
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Immigration and passports
We secure the UK border and control immigration. We consider applications to enter and stay in the UK; we issue passports and visas.
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Police
We work to support visible, responsive and accountable policing by empowering the public and freeing up the police to fight crime.
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Science, research & statistics
We measure the impact of initiatives and develop new technologies to help reduce crime and keep the UK safe from terrorism.
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Agencies and public bodies
The Home Office includes agencies, non-departmental public bodies and inspectorates.
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The UK Border Agency is responsible for securing the UK border and controlling migration in the UK.
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A cross-cutting Home Office unit responsible within government for equality strategy and legislation.