Statement from Cabinet Secretary on James Brokenshire

Cabinet Secretary Simon Case said:

“On behalf of the Civil Service, I would like to express my deep sadness at the news of James Brokenshire’s death.

“He was a man of deep kindness and integrity, and as a Minister he inspired respect and loyalty from the civil servants who worked for him in the Home Office, Northern Ireland Office and the then Ministry for Housing and Local Government. I had the personal privilege of working with him closely over a number of years and admired greatly his unwavering commitment to public service and compassion.

“The thoughts and condolences of colleagues right across the Civil Service are with James’s family and friends.”