The Secretary of State for the colonies was responsible for

The Secretary of State for the colonies was responsible for initiating and overseeing colonial policies for the British government. This meant that they were in charge of making decisions and rules for the British colonies, which could range from economic policies to administrative regulations. The Secretary of State also worked with traditional rulers in the colonies, to ensure that the policies implemented were in line with local customs and traditions. The primary goal of the Secretary of State was to maintain control and stability in the colonies, rather than fighting for the interest of the people or promoting democratization of local governments.