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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Maddox

Keir Starmer shakes up Downing St team with mini-reshuffle

  • Keir Starmer is reorganising his Downing Street operation to assert control over the political agenda and strengthen his government.
  • Darren Jones, previously Rachel Reeves’ deputy at the Treasury, has been moved to a role within Downing Street to bolster the operation.
  • James Murray will replace Mr Jones as chief Treasury secretary, with Daniel Tomlinson promoted to a junior Treasury ministerial position.
  • James Lyons, who served as director of strategic communications for a year, has been dismissed.
  • These changes come amidst concerns about the focus of the Downing Street operation and Labour's performance in recent polls.

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