Appointment of new Permanent Secretary Director of Government Communications
David Dinsmore has been appointed as the new Permanent Secretary Director of Government Communications and will be joining us in November.
David, who is currently Chief Operating Officer of News UK and was previously Editor of The Sun, will be responsible for delivering a new communications strategy that reflects the modern media environment and the government’s commitment to deliver the Plan for Change.
Incoming Permanent Secretary Director of Communications, David Dinsmore, said:
“It is an honour to be asked to lead this important mission at such a pivotal moment. Clear and engaging communications are central to public trust, policy delivery, and national resilience. The media landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, supercharged by AI, and I look forward to helping the government leverage the exciting opportunities in front of us.”
You can read the full press release on GOV.UK.