Blaise Metreweli appointed as first female head of MI6
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MI6 gadget master becomes first female chief
- Blaise Metreweli has been appointed as the new head of Britain's Secret Intelligence Service, MI6, making her the first woman to hold the position.
- Metreweli, currently the head of technology and innovation at MI6, will succeed Sir Richard Moore, who is leaving after four years in charge.
- Sir Keir Starmer highlighted the historic nature of Metreweli's appointment, emphasising the vital role of intelligence services in the face of unprecedented threats.
- Metreweli expressed her pride and honour in leading MI6, acknowledging its crucial role in safeguarding the British people and promoting UK interests overseas.
- David Lammy, the Foreign Secretary, noted that Metreweli is taking on the role during a time of global instability and emerging security threats, where technology plays a key role.