Today, two open competitions have been launched for the role of
permanent Independent
Prevent Commissioner and the role of Commissioner for Countering
Extremism.
In December 2024, the Home Secretary announced the
introduction of a new Independent Prevent Commissioner role. In
January 2025, Lord KC was confirmed as the
Interim Prevent Commissioner until the appointment of a permanent
holder. The commissioner will have the specific remit of
reviewing the programme's effectiveness, identifying gaps and
problems before they emerge. The appointment will be
announced in due course.
The Commission for Countering
Extremism (CCE) provides the government with independent
expert advice on extremism, with the current commissioner, Robin
Simcox's fixed term due to end in July. He has held the
appointment since March 2021, first in an interim capacity, then
on a substantive basis since July 2022. The appointment of a new
commissioner will also be announced in due course.
The role of Independent Adviser on Political Violence and
Disruption, previously held by , will come to an end. The CCE
will take forward work as part of its new strengthened
remit.
Security Minister, , said:
To continue our fight against extremism and terrorism in whatever
form they take, we need expert advice and oversight. The role
holders will be crucial in those efforts, and I look forward to
working with the successful candidates.
I would also like to thank and Robin Simcox for their work
in their respective roles as Independent Advisor on Political
Violence and Disruption and as Commissioner for Countering
Extremism.
