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Andy Burnham becomes seventh PM since 2016 with major cabinet appointments and changes.
Andy Burnham has become Britain's seventh Prime Minister since 2016. The new government has reshuffled key cabinet positions, with John Healey appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer and Wes Streeting taking on Defence Secretary duties. Ed Miliband has been named Foreign Secretary, while Shabana Mahmood has been retained as Home Secretary. Angela Rayner has returned to the Housing portfolio. David Lammy has been excluded from the new government.
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New PM appoints experienced figures to top economic and defence roles
Burnham's cabinet includes John Healey as Chancellor and Wes Streeting as Defence Secretary. Ed Miliband takes Foreign Secretary duties while Shabana Mahmood continues as Home Secretary. Angela Rayner returns to Housing, suggesting strategic continuity and experience across key portfolios.
Burnham's government marks significant shift in ministerial composition
The reshuffle reflects notable changes to the previous administration. David Lammy's exclusion represents a significant departure, while Angela Rayner's return to Housing and the appointment of new figures to Chancellor and Defence roles signal a restructuring of priorities under Burnham's leadership.