In a historic moment for British politics, Sir Keir Starmer has officially begun forming his government following Labour's decisive general election victory. The new Prime Minister is moving swiftly to assemble his cabinet, with several key appointments already confirmed.
The Top Team Takes Shape
At the heart of the new administration, Rachel Reeves has been appointed as Britain's first female Chancellor of the Exchequer, marking a significant milestone in the country's political history. Meanwhile, Angela Rayner takes on the dual roles of Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.
The cabinet appointments come after Sir Keir Starmer met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, where he was formally invited to become Prime Minister and form a new government.
Key Cabinet Positions Announced
Among the most crucial appointments confirmed so far:
- David Lammy appointed as Foreign Secretary
- Yvette Cooper takes the reins as Home Secretary
- John Healey named as Defence Secretary
- Wes Streeting appointed Health Secretary
- Bridget Phillipson becomes Education Secretary
A Government of Change
Sir Keir Starmer emphasised that his new government would "get to work immediately" on delivering the change that voters demanded. The cabinet composition reflects his commitment to experienced hands combined with fresh talent, aiming to restore public trust in politics while addressing the country's most pressing challenges.
The speed of these appointments underscores Labour's determination to hit the ground running, with economic stability and public service reform expected to be immediate priorities for the incoming administration.
