News · 28 March 2026

Sadiq Khan to Get Peerage, Not Cabinet Role: Allies

London Mayor Sadiq Khan's allies say he remains focused on his mayoral duties, dismissing speculation he will take a cabinet role. Downing Street has also denied reports of a cabinet offer, though Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to offer Khan a peerage after May's local elections. Khan could sit in the House of Lords while continuing as mayor.

By BriefTea Editorial · 28 March 2026 at 5:16

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