Politics · 21 July 2026

Burnham names Healey Chancellor, Miliband Foreign Secretary in new cabinet

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed his first cabinet, making John Healey Chancellor of the Exchequer in a surprise move. Ed Miliband has been appointed Foreign Secretary, and Shabana Mahmood continues in her role as Home Secretary. Louise Haigh, a close ally, becomes Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and First Secretary of State, coordinating government policy.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 July 2026 at 8:40

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