Special Adviser

A Special Adviser, in the British political system, is an adviser retained by a Minister to give political advice. Although technically a civil servant, a special adviser does not have to have risen through the civil service ranks, and can be an external appointment.

Special advisers are often given the derogatory name "spin doctor".

Current and former special advisers in British politics

 * Katherine Raymond
 * Matthew Seward
 * Huw Evans
 * Matt Cavanagh

Other SourceWatch resources

 * Public relations professionals