Lord Privy Seal

Lord Privy Seal, member of the UK Cabinet, traditionally Leader of the House of Lords but occasionally Leader of the House of Commons. In medieval times the Privy Seal was used to seal treasury documents destined for royal courts and foreign courts. The Privy Seal Office ceased operations in the 1880s, but the position of Lord Privy Seal still exists today. The role has no specific duties and is mainly ceremonial, with ministerial or political responsibilities designated by the prime minister, often centred on coordinating the House of Commons and the Lords’ weekly business.