Department of Health and Social Security

The Department of Health and Social Security was a ministry of the British Government for twenty years from 1968 until 1988, headed by the Secretary of State for Social Services.

Related Topics:
Ministry - British - Government - Secretary of State for Social Services

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Previously, the social security responsibilities had been held by the Ministry of Pensions and National Insurance, and the health responsibilities by the Ministry of Health.

Related Topics:
Ministry of Pensions and National Insurance - Ministry of Health

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The two portfolios were demerged in 1988. 'Social Security' is now covered by the Department for Work and Pensions, and 'health' by the Department of Health (UK).

Related Topics:
Department for Work and Pensions - Department of Health (UK)

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