Tom Hurd

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Person.png Tom HurdRdf-entity.pngRdf-icon.png
(diplomat, “terror expert”)
Tom Hurd.jpg
Member ofCredit Suisse
Interests • Middle East
• “terrorism”

Tom Hurd was appointed Director General of The Office for Security and Counter-Terrorism‎ in January 2016, when it was announced that he would take up the post in April 2016.[1]

Career

Tom Hurd "has held a number of senior posts in the fields of security and counter-terrorism and is an expert in Middle Eastern affairs, having worked as a senior diplomat with responsibility for the region. He received an OBE in 2006."[2]

"Tom has extensive experience working in counter-terrorism and security. He is also an expert in Middle Eastern affairs, having worked as a senior diplomat with responsibility for the region."[3] Commenting on his appointment as Director General of The Office for Security and Counter-Terrorism‎, Mr Hurd said "It is a privilege to join the Home Office. I look forward to working with colleagues across government, law enforcement and the security services to drive the UK’s response to the threats of terrorism and organised crime."[2]


 

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