Tom Riordan replaces Sarah Healey as permanent secretary, while Andy Burnham's priorities guide MHCLG policy, praised by Angela Rayner.

The entities involved

• Andy Burnham →

  British politician (born 1970)

  • Burnham's administration is pushing building rate increases while the UK seeks insights from California's housing policies.Mon 17:38
  • A new scheme has been introduced involving Andy Burnham and BMF aimed at boosting the building materials sector.Mon 17:38
• Tom Riordan →

  British civil servant

  Nothing else this week.

• Angela Rayner →

  British politician (born 1980)

  • Angela Rayner appeared on Sky News today to address a current crisis.Mon 14:17
  • Angela Rayner discussed council housebuilding plans during the Labour Party conference.Mon 12:41

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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.Jul 21
• Andy Burnham challenges Keir Starmer's priorities and appoints John Healey to replace Rachel Reeves.Jul 20