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 | | HM Treasury (His/Her Majesty's Treasury) is the United Kingdom governmentdepartment responsible for and putting into effect the UK Government's financial and economic policy. |
 | | Beginning in the 17th century, the Treasury was frequently entrusted toa commission, rather than to a single individual, and after 1714, it was always incommission. |
 | | The commissioners were referred to as Lords of the Treasury, and given a number based on seniority.Eventually, the First Lord of the Treasury cameto be seen as the natural head of any government, and from RobertWalpole on, began to be known, unofficially, as the prime minister. |
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