New security minister appointed

James Brokenshire has been appointed crime and security minister following the departure of Baroness Neville-Jones

James Brokenshire has been appointed crime and security minister, after Baroness Neville-Jones left the position on Monday, allegedly of her own volition.

Some commentators had cited tensions over government policy for the real reason behind Neville-Jones' departure, however this was denied by conservative focused news site ConservativeHome.

"There will inevitably be speculation that Pauline Neville-Jones's departure from government was sparked by an internal row over counter-terror policy in general.

"This simply isn't true. There was no crisis, no rupture, no disagreement. Sources close to Neville-Jones confirm that she was entirely happy with "the broad drift of policy".

The Baroness will continue to advise the government on matters of cyber security, despite leaving her post.

Brokenshire has left his previous role as Crime Prevention Minister to take on the new position.