A political leader holding government office, such as a Minister, Senior Minister of State, Minister of State or Parliamentary Secretary, as distinct from a career public officer.
Cross-government
Example: The political office-holder sets political direction; officers still have to turn it into owners, dates and a paper.
Also known as: POH, political office holder
Context: The office-holder’s authority depends on the appointment and portfolio.
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