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Andy Burnham announced a major cabinet reshuffle, appointing John Healey as Chancellor, Lucy Powell as Deputy Prime Minister, Jonathan Reynolds as Business Secretary, and Angela Rayner as Housing Secretary.

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How it started

18 reports, 16 independent, last reported Jul 31. The briefing below covers this first event.

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Andy Burnham announced a major cabinet reshuffle, appointing John Healey as Chancellor, Lucy Powell as Deputy Prime Minister, Jonathan Reynolds as Business Secretary, and Angela Rayner as Housing Secretary.

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Andy BurnhamJohn HealeyAngela Rayner

How it developed

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  1. The Prime Minister appointed a new finance minister, and a speech is planned to take place outside London.Sub-event
  2. Ministerial changes occurred on August 11, including Kinnock's promotion and the formation of new ministerial groups led by Cooper, Rayner, and Healey.Sub-event
  3. Andy Burnham carried out a cabinet reshuffle, appointing Lucy Powell as Secretary of State.Sub-event
  4. Andy Burnham appointed Angela Rayner to Cabinet as part of a major cabinet reshuffle.Sub-event
  5. Andy Burnham announced a major cabinet reshuffle, appointing John Healey as Chancellor, Lucy Powell as Deputy Prime Minister, Jonathan Reynolds as Business Secretary, and Angela Rayner as Housing Secretary.Sub-event
  6. John Healey was replaced as Chancellor of the Exchequer, and Rachel Reeves was appointed to the Housing Secretary role.Sub-event
  7. Andy Burnham's cabinet reshuffle resulted in Hilary Benn's departure.Sub-event
  8. John Healey was appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer by Andy Burnham, replacing Rachel Reeves following internal clashes.Sub-event
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  1. Cleverly criticized Rayner's tax avoidance as she returned to her cabinet role.1 source
  2. Burnham secures a major cabinet role, succeeding Rayner as Housing Secretary and leading the Treasury portfolio.1 source
  3. Burnham announces major cabinet reshuffle, naming Healey Chancellor and Rayner Housing Secretary.1 source

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