Governance framework
Ministerial arrangements
Photo of the Hon Bob Debus 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 Bob Debus MP. Mr Debus became Minister on 3 December 2007.
Documents such as Ministerial Directions remain valid until revoked or otherwise superseded.