The Secretary for Security is the member of the Government of Hong Kong in charge of the Security Bureau, which is responsible for public safety, security, and immigration matters.
The post was created in 1973 and since the Principal Officials Accountability System was adopted in 2002, the Secretary for Security has been a member of the Executive Council. Before 1973, the office was known as the Secretary for Defence.
Areas of responsibility include:
Police Force
Correctional Services
Immigration Department
Customs and Excise Department
Fire Services Department
Government Flying Service
Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre
List of office holders
Political party: Nonpartisan