Angela Rayner appointed Britain's new deputy PM

Reuters

05 July, 2024, 08:45 pm

Last modified: 05 July, 2024, 08:49 pm

Angela Rayner appointed Britain's new deputy PM

She will also serve as secretary for levelling up, housing and communities.

Reuters

05 July, 2024, 08:45 pm

Last modified: 05 July, 2024, 08:49 pm

Angela Rayner arrives at Downing Street 10, following the results of the election, in London, Britain, July 5, 2024. REUTERS/Hannah McKay

Angela Rayner arrives at Downing Street 10, following the results of the election, in London, Britain, July 5, 2024. REUTERS/Hannah McKay

Labour Party deputy leader Angela Rayner was appointed as Britain's deputy prime minister by new Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday, the first appointment to his top team of ministers, his office said.

She will also serve as secretary for levelling up, housing and communities.

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