Simon Case is the CEO of Civil Service. Case is based in the United Kingdom. Case was born in 1978 in Bristol and educated at Trinity College and University of Cambridge.
British civil servant who served as Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service from September 2020 to December 2024. Previously held roles including Permanent Secretary at Number 10, Private Secretary to Prince William, and Principal Private Secretary to Prime Ministers David Cameron and Theresa May. Now a member of the House of Lords.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Simon Case's activities following his departure from the Cabinet Secretary role. Headlines document Case joining an AI startup alongside former No. 10 colleagues, while also capturing his commentary on government stability and the costs of political uncertainty to public finances. Earlier coverage reflected on Case's tenure leading the Civil Service, including a period of medical leave and discussions around his successor.
Summarized from the headlines below; see each source for the full story.
Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- December 27, 1978 · Bristol
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom
- Education
- Trinity College, University of Cambridge
- Awards
- Commander of the Royal Victorian Order
Our coverage
On CEOInsider
No feature yet. When we publish a feature, interview or cover story on Simon Case, it will appear here — and tie into the news timeline.
Simon Case: FAQ
- What company does Simon Case lead?
- Simon Case is CEO of Civil Service.
- Where was Simon Case educated?
- Simon Case studied at Trinity College, University of Cambridge.
.jpg?width=400)