Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.
Blaise Metreweli is succeeding Sir Richard Moore, who leaves this autumn after four years in charge
I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice
Sir Keir Starmer has appointed the first ever female head of Britain's Secret Intelligence Service, MI6.
Blaise Metreweli, the current head of technology and innovation at MI6, is being promoted to its 18th chief and the first woman to hold the role as the UK faces growing threats from foreign adversaries.
