First Secretary of State (Greater Eastand)
| First Secretary of State | |
|---|---|
Incumbent Vacant | |
| Cabinet Office | |
| Style | The Right Honourable |
| Type | Minister of the Crown |
| Status | Secretary of State |
| Abbreviation | FSS |
| Member of | Cabinet |
| Reports to | Prime Minister |
| Seat | Avaloria |
| Nominator | Prime Minister |
| Appointer | Monarchy |
| Term length | At His Majesty's Pleasure |
| Formation | 21 April 2023 |
The First Secretary of State is a senior office in the Government of Greater Eastand and is a minister of the crown. The office is not always in use and is also part of the cabinet. The office typically is used to denote seniority over other secretaries of state.
History
The office was founded on 21 April 2023. It was created as an office similar to that of the deputy prime minister.
Responsibilities
The office does not have any specified duties. The duties of the role are normally dependant on what the prime minister needs the officeholder to do. However, it has been noted that having someone appointed to this office can free up another minister to focus on their duties.
Appointment
The first secretary of state is appointed by the monarch and serves at the monarch's pleasure. However, the monarch typically appoints the individual nominated by the Prime Minister.