Rachel Reeves has made history by becoming the UK’s first female finance minister, appointed by newly elected Labour Party leader Keir Starmer after the party’s landslide victory over the Conservatives. Reeves, a former child chess champion and Bank of England economist, has pledged to strengthen the nation’s economy while maintaining fiscal discipline. She expressed her excitement and hope for young girls and women to see no limits to their ambitions.
David Lammy, a trailblazing lawmaker born to Guyanese immigrants, has been appointed as the foreign secretary. Lammy, who grew up in Tottenham and has served in Parliament since 2000, emphasized his support for international efforts to secure an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza and the release of hostages.
Starmer has also named Angela Rayner as his deputy prime minister, highlighting her tough background and rise from a deprived public housing block to a trade union official and now lawmaker. Yvette Cooper, with previous experience in Gordon Brown’s Cabinet, has been appointed as home secretary.
The rest of the Cabinet includes familiar faces from Starmer’s shadow team, with notable promotions such as Lisa Nandy as culture secretary and Ed Miliband as energy secretary. The diverse team reflects Starmer’s commitment to inclusivity and addressing key issues facing the UK.
Overall, Starmer’s newly appointed ministerial team represents a mix of experience, diversity, and a fresh perspective as they aim to lead the country through its post-election transition.
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