Rachel Reeves has made history as the United Kingdom’s first female finance minister, appointed by newly elected Labour Party leader Keir Starmer. Reeves, a former child chess champion and Bank of England economist, has pledged to focus on growing the nation’s economy while maintaining strong fiscal discipline. In a statement on social media, Reeves expressed her gratitude and encouraged young girls and women to pursue their ambitions without limits.
Starmer also appointed David Lammy, a trailblazing lawmaker of Guyanese descent, as foreign secretary. Lammy, who has represented Tottenham in Parliament since 2000, has expressed his commitment to supporting international efforts to secure a ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza and secure the release of hostages.
Angela Rayner, who has a tough background growing up in public housing, will serve as Starmer’s deputy prime minister and focus on levelling up, housing, and communities. Yvette Cooper, a former member of Gordon Brown’s Cabinet, has been named home secretary.
Other appointments in Starmer’s ministerial team include Lisa Nandy as culture secretary, Pat McFadden as chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, John Healey as defence secretary, Shabana Mahmood as justice secretary, Wes Streeting as health secretary, Bridget Phillipson as education secretary, Ed Miliband as energy secretary, and Lucy Powell as leader of the House of Commons.
Overall, Starmer’s cabinet reflects a blend of experience, diversity, and dedication to serving the people of the United Kingdom.
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