- Cabinet reshuffle
- Ministers resign
- Key changes in government
We are examining the hiring and firing of individuals, including the former Prime Minister, as prominent figures begin to depart from Westminster.
The Foreign Secretary has been designated as David Cameron as part of a cabinet reshuffle.
Although he “disagreed with some individual decisions” made by his successor, the former Prime Minister, who was proposed for the position while in Number 10, stated this morning that he “gladly accepted” the offer from Rishi Sunak.
Mr. Cameron referred to his new boss as a “powerful and competent Prime Minister who is demonstrating exemplary leadership during a challenging period.” He further stated, “I want to assist him in delivering the security and prosperity that our nation requires and be a member of the most formidable team that can represent the United Kingdom and be presented to the people at the time of the general election.”
The former party leader is no longer an elected official, having resigned as a Member of Parliament in 2016 after calling for the Brexit referendum and his campaign to remain in the EU failing to secure a majority vote.
However, the government has confirmed his life peer status in the House of Lords, reinstalling him as minister.
Following the dismissal of Suella Braverman as Home Secretary, an article she authored for The Times in which she accused the police of “playing favourites” with left-wing organisations at the expense of right-wing and national activists, the shocking revelation was made. Braverman’s actions incited widespread condemnation.
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It was the latest controversial statement by the popular Conservative right-winger. This series also included her assertion that homelessness was a “lifestyle choice.”
Notable Reshuffle Changes
We expect additional activity at the highest levels of government throughout the day, so this list will keep you updated.
Following the 2010 Conservative-Liberal Democrat triumph, Foreign Secretary Cameron returned to office.
A considerable number of the party’s One Nation Members of Parliament (MPs) who are more politically active may be pleased to see Mr. Cameron return to power, as he is internationally renowned and has led them to two general election victories.
However, he has not been immune to controversy, as evidenced by his austerity policies, Brexit decisions, drive for closer ties with China, and lobbying allegations while employed by Greensill.
After assuming office, Mr. Cameron issued a lengthy statement in which he described the “daunting set of international challenges” that the United Kingdom confronts, including the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
He stated, “Although I have been away from the forefront of politics for the past seven years, I am confident that my eleven years of experience as a Conservative leader and six years as Prime Minister will enable me to assist the Prime Minister in addressing these critical challenges.
James Cleverly assumed the position of Foreign Secretary in September 2010 following his appointment by former Prime Minister Liz Truss. And he is now transitioning to the Home Office in the capacity of Home Secretary.
He expressed to broadcasters from his new department that it would be an “honourable responsibility” and “a genuine honour to be of service.”
He further expressed his utmost dedication to not only fulfilling our commitment to halt the vessels but also to ensuring that all individuals in the United Kingdom are protected while going about their daily activities, secure in the knowledge that the government is vigilant to safeguard them.
Steve Barclay, who became Health Secretary after Mr. Sunak took office in October, may have wanted to stay.
Nevertheless, following numerous rumors that he might be removed from the cabinet entirely. It has been declared that he will assume leadership of the Department of Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs.
Mr. Barclay’s boss, Victoria Atkins, currently leads the Department of Health and Social Care.
It will be Ms. Atkins’ inaugural tenure as Secretary of State; previously, she held positions of a lesser stature.
She has served as the Financial Secretary to the Treasury most recently.
Mr. Sunak will keep Jeremy Hunt, who Ms. Truss designated Chancellor after her mini-budget failed.
Richard Holden previously held a subordinate but significant ministerial position at the transport sector, encompassing roads and local transport. He is now a full-fledged member of the cabinet.
He has been appointed Party Chairman and will spearhead the upcoming election campaign for the Conservatives.
Today, former party chairman Greg Hands was fired for making chairman-like statements about his opponents on social media.
Resigning as electoral mission head will make him a moderate minister at the Department of Business and Trade.
Mr. Hands expressed “disappointment” at his departure but disclosed he had the “option” to return to work in trade, an area in which he has served as a minister three times previously and “which I also adore.”
He additionally stated: “I even kept my business cards from last time.”
Laura Trott became Treasury Chief Secretary after working as a junior minister at the Department for Work and Pensions.
John Glen was replaced in that capacity.
Resignations and Transitions
Regarding a close ally and treasury colleague of Mr. Sunak, rumors circulated regarding the expansion of the office of state.
He now serves as Paymaster General, defending the Prime Minister and sometimes opposing him in the Commons.
As previously reported, Ms. Braverman has resigned as Home Secretary and is no longer a minister. Therefore, she will resume her position as a Member of Parliament (MP).
After being fired, Ms. Braverman said: “Serving as Home Secretary was my least exciting honour. More will be revealed in due time.”
After resigning from Ms. Truss’s administration for breaking the ministerial code, she was fired again as Home Secretary.
The Housing Minister formally declared her dismissal or “request to step down” via Twitter.
Ms. Maclean expressed her “disappointment” with Mr. Sunak’s decision but added, “I have enjoyed the position immensely. And I extend my best wishes to my successor.”
She served as the fifteenth Housing Minister since the 2010 Conservative election to power.
Environment Secretary Therese Coffey was observed entering Number 10 this morning, pausing momentarily to pet Larry the cat. It was later speculated that she may have maintained a governmental position.
Ministerial Departures and Resignations
However, correspondence between her and the Prime Minister that was made public two hours later indicates she is absent, as she informed Mr. Sunak, “I believe the time has come for me to withdraw from government.”
Since being elected in 2014, she claimed to have served under “all five Conservative Prime Ministers.” However, she stated that she had “always been most proud of representing my constituents… and taking action on local issues.”
In his response, Mr. Sunak “expressed my appreciation for your years of devoted ministerial service” and her “personal friendship with me.”
Resignations and Transition of Key Figures
Minister of Schools Nick Gibb resigned and will not run in the general election. He further stated, “I enthusiastically supported the Prime Minister’s leadership during my campaign for Rishi last summer.
Health Minister Neil O’Brien resigned, despite being expected to execute Mr. Sunak’s adolescent smoking and vaping ban.
In an open letter to the Prime Minister, Will Quince, an additional Health Minister, has tendered his resignation.
He stated in it that “now feels like the right time to leave government” in light of his recent appointment as a specialist reserve officer in the army and his intention to resign as an MP for the upcoming election.
Jesse Norman, the Transport Minister, said that he alerted the Chief Whip “months ago” of his resignation.
The Prime Minister reportedly “reassured” Paymaster General Jeremy Quin that he could remain in office, but he has since decided to “step back and concentrate on projects in Horsham,” his constituency.
George Freeman, who had been Minister of Science since February but had held various jobs also resigned.
He informed the Prime Minister in a letter that he had reached the conclusion “with a heavy heart,” adding, “The time has come for me to concentrate on my personal health, the welfare of my family, and my life beyond the frontbench.
Suella Braverman’s protest-police piece gets rejected by No 10.
