The Office of the Leader of the House of Commons is a United Kingdom government department. This relatively recently created office provides support for the Leader of the House of Commons in his or her duties to the House. It is based at 26 Whitehall, London SW1A 2WH and forms part of the Cabinet Office.
The role of Leader of the House of Commons has regularly been taken alongside Lord President of the Council or Lord Privy Seal.
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