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Antonia Romeo Becomes UK's First Cabinet Secretary with Clear Goals

4/8/2026

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Antonia Romeo, the UK's cabinet secretary and head of the civil service, has replaced Chris Wormald.
Her mandate includes leading with clarity and innovation, reforming the code, and boosting productivity.
Darren Jones has moved to a less hands-on role, focusing on civil service reform and digital ID.
Romeo is first cabinet secretary to publicly outline her goals, underscoring her dual role as the prime minister's adviser and civil service leader.

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Story summary

Antonia Romeo, the UK's cabinet secretary and head of the civil service, has replaced Chris Wormald.
Her mandate includes leading with clarity and innovation, reforming the code, and boosting productivity.
Darren Jones has moved to a less hands-on role, focusing on civil service reform and digital ID.
Romeo is first cabinet secretary to publicly outline her goals, underscoring her dual role as the prime minister's adviser and civil service leader.