The Division for Digital, Tradition, Media & Sport (DCMS) has formally confirmed the briefs for its ministers following the modifications introduced by new prime minister Andy Burnham.
‘Digital’ was re-added to the division’s title after the closure of the Division for Science, Innovation and Expertise (DSIT). A few of obligations of DSIT have moved to DCMS led by digital, tradition, media and sport secretary Lisa Nandy. They embody digital expertise, digital inclusion, on-line security and digital identification.
Different former DSIT obligations are with the Division for Enterprise, Innovation, Science and Commerce and the Cupboard Workplace.
The DCMS ministers are:
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- Ian Murray, minister for artistic industries, media and on-line security
- Vicky Foxcroft, minister for youth, playing, digital inclusion, civil society and loneliness
- Stephanie Peacock, minister for sport, tourism, place and digital authorities
- Baroness Ruth McKenzie, minister for arts and museums
- Baroness Twycross, minister for heritage
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Baroness Lloyd of Effra, minister for area, cyber and regulatory reform
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