Canningite government, 1827–1828
The Canningites, led by George Canning and then the Viscount Goderich as First Lord of the Treasury, governed the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland from 1827 until 1828.
George Canning led the Government from April 1827. He was succeeded by Lord Goderich upon his death in August.
Portrait of Lord Goderich by Thomas Lawrence c.1824. Goderich led the Government following the death of his predecessor in 1827. His government was replaced in 1828.
The secretary of state for foreign, commonwealth and development affairs, also known as the foreign secretary, is a secretary of state in the Government of the United Kingdom, with responsibility for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. The role is seen as one of the most senior ministers in the UK Government and is a Great Office of State. The incumbent is a member of the Cabinet of the United Kingdom and National Security Council, and reports directly to the prime minister.
Foreign Secretary
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