Laura Backhouse
Observer, VisitEngland Advisory Board
Observer, VisitEngland Advisory Board
Laura joined the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) as Head of Tourism Policy in July 2021.
Having spent most of her civil service career with HM Treasury working in roles across corporate tax, financial services, European engagement and private office, Laura has also had secondments with HM Revenue & Customs and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. Prior to joining the Civil Service, Laura worked in international development in Cambodia, in the fields of public health provision and human rights advocacy.
