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Sunak Appoints Shadow Cabinet After Historic Election Defeat

by Nafisat Abdulrahman
1 year ago
in Foreign News
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In a significant reshuffling following the Conservative Party’s historic election loss in the United Kingdom, British opposition leader, Rishi Sunak announced his shadow cabinet on Monday.

Some senior ministers have returned to roles they previously held in government, despite the recent parliamentary election defeat. Notably, former Foreign Secretary David Cameron has resigned.

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Andrew Mitchell is also set to manage foreign policy within the interim shadow cabinet, a team of senior spokespeople appointed by the opposition leader to mirror the government’s cabinet.

The Conservative Party’s loss marked a historic moment, with several high-profile ministers, including former Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, losing their seats.

LEADERSHIP recalls that in his resignation speech, former Prime Minister Sunak accepted responsibility for the party’s electoral defeat after Labour Party’s Keir Starmer was sworn in as the new Prime Minister on Friday.

Richard Holden, who narrowly retained his seat with a margin of just 20 votes also stepped down as Conservative Party Chairman.

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In his resignation letter to Sunak, Holden emphasised the need for “a thorough review into the general election campaign,” suggesting that fresh perspectives would be beneficial. “While I will obviously feed into that, this would best take place with a new set of eyes to help provide the clearest view,” he wrote.

The shadow cabinet will see James Cleverly continue his role with the Home Office, while James Cartlidge will handle defence matters, according to a party statement.

“The Conservative Party has had a difficult election and it is important that we regroup and reflect on these results,” stated the new interim Chairman Richard Fuller. “We should also challenge ourselves candidly and deeply on the strengths of the Conservative Party across the country and outline where improvements can be made.”

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Chris Philp has been appointed Shadow Leader of the House of Commons, succeeding Penny Mordaunt, who was among the senior lawmakers to lose their seats.

Former business minister Kemi Badenoch will now oversee the “levelling up” agenda.

Jeremy Hunt will continue with the finance brief, while former Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden takes on the role of deputy leader of the opposition.

This reshuffle signifies a critical moment for the Conservative Party as they seek to rebuild and re-strategize following their unprecedented electoral defeat.


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I am a dedicated reporter at Leadership Newspaper, where I bring a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling to a diverse range of topics, including business, sports, politics, and international affairs. My work aims to provide readers with accurate, timely, and engaging reports that break down the complexities of current events. From covering high-profile political shifts and court cases to exploring the latest in economic developments and sporting events, I strive to offer insightful and comprehensive coverage. My stories include in-depth analyses of economic trends, detailed political reports, and human interest pieces that highlight significant global and local events. I am committed to delivering news that informs and fosters a deeper understanding of the issues shaping our world. My goal is to engage readers with well-researched and thought-provoking content

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