parliamentary private secretary

British

noun

PPS. (in Britain) a backbencher in Parliament who assists a minister, esp in liaison with backbenchers

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Mr Williams, of Llanfair Caereinion in Welshpool, Powys, was also parliamentary private secretary to Rishi Sunak during his time as prime minister.

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2025

Sir James Duddridge, who was given an honour by Mr Johnson in 2022 and previously worked as his parliamentary private secretary, told BBC Radio 4's Profile programme she was "vital to the No 10 operation".

From BBC • Jul. 24, 2023

Mr Howell leads the UK delegation to the Council of Europe and has twice served as a parliamentary private secretary to ministers.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2023

Conservative lawmaker Paul Holmes said he was resigning from his government role as parliamentary private secretary at the Home Office to focus on representing his constituents.

From Reuters • May 27, 2022

He said Justice Secretary Mr Raab should fire Ms Morrissey as his parliamentary private secretary unless she apologised for her comments.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2021

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