The Prime Minister has appointed Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan MP as Minister of State for Food Security and Rural Affairs in the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Sharing news of the appointment, Stephen Morgan MP, said:
“I am delighted to be appointed Minister of State for Food Security and Rural Affairs. Being asked by the Prime Minister to serve our country in this role is an immense privilege.
“Alongside the Environment Secretary and team, my focus will be clear: driving a green economy, protecting our natural environment and ensuring our rural and coastal communities truly thrive.
“I look forward to working with others backing our world-leading food, farming, and fishing industries.”
The role includes food security, trade, science and innovation, and lead for the Marine Management Organisation, the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science and Sea Fish Industry Authority.
