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Public appointments
A public appointment is an appointment to the board of a public body or to a government committee. Around 12,000 men and women hold a public appointment. They come from all backgrounds, every walk of life and every part of the UK.
What are public appointments?
Find out more about public bodies and public appointments, about what public appointees do and about the benefits of holding an appointment
Who holds public appointments - case studies
Public appointments are open to everyone. Read the case studies for examples of people who hold public appointments
Applying for a public appointment
Find out more about the application process, what appointments are currently available and how the appointment process is monitored and regulated
Search for a public appointment Opens new window
Search for current vacancies on the boards of UK public bodies and on government committees
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