Lammy Becomes UK Deputy Prime Minister Amid Cabinet Shake-Up
Prime Minister Keir Starmer restructured his top team after Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner resigned over underpaying stamp duty on her £800,000 flat. The resignation sparked urgent changes across the cabinet.
Lammy Elevated to Deputy PM
David Lammy has been promoted from Foreign Secretary to Deputy Prime Minister. He also assumes the role of Secretary of State for Justice, replacing Shabana Mahmood.
Cooper Steps into Foreign Office
Yvette Cooper moves from Home Secretary to become Foreign Secretary. Shabana Mahmood now leads the Home Office.
Broader Cabinet Realignment
The reshuffle includes multiple role shifts: Steve Reed takes over Housing from Rayner; Pat McFadden leads Work and Pensions; Peter Kyle becomes Trade Secretary; Liz Kendall now handles Science and Technology; Emma Reynolds serves as Environment Secretary; and Douglas Alexander is appointed Scotland Secretary.
