A ruling by London's High Court cited the domestic intelligence agency's failure to explain why representatives had ...

Britain’s newly appointed MI6 chief, Blaise Metreweli, is facing scrutiny after reports revealed her grandfather was a notorious Nazi spy.

Since her headship was confirmed, Ms. Metreweli’s felicity with technology has been flaunted as a key strength in leading espionage operations in an increasingly ‘post-truth’ world, where guns and ...

Metreweli studied anthropology at the University of Cambridge and was awarded the Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) for services to British foreign policy in 2024.

She joined the service in 1999 after studying anthropology at Cambridge University. Over the years, she has held senior roles in both MI6 and MI5, working mainly in operational roles across West Asia ...

Blaise Metreweli made history as the first woman appointed chief of MI6, Britain's Secret Intelligence Service, shattering a 116-year glass ceiling on 16 June 2025. At 47, her rise to the role of 'C' ...

Metreweli previously held a director-level role in MI5, and studied anthropology at the University of Cambridge, the government said. MI5 has had two female bosses, starting with Stella Rimington in ...

Ms Metreweli previously held a director-level role in MI5, and studied anthropology at the University of Cambridge, the government said.

Blaise Metreweli has been appointed as the first female chief of MI6, marking a historic moment for Britain’s foreign intelligence agency. Her appointment comes at a critical time as MI6 faces ...

Blaise Metreweli, a Cambridge graduate who has worked in the intelligence service since 1999, will become the organisation's 18th leader.