Ministerial arrangements
Hon Jason Clare MP
The Australian Federal Police is a statutory authority established by Federal Parliament under the Australian Federal Police Act 1979. It is part of the Attorney-General's portfolio.
The AFP Commissioner reports to the Minister for Home Affairs, the Hon Jason Clare MP, who became Minister on 12 December 2011.
Documents such as Ministerial Directions remain valid until revoked or otherwise superseded.
Parliament of Australia: House of Representatives - The Hon Jason Clare, Member for Blaxland