Meanwhile, Rachel Reeves says it’s been the “privilege of her life” to have served as Chancellor after announcing her resignation.
She posted on social media saying the economy today is “more resilient” because of her choices.
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s putting together his first cabinet, with Steve Reed and Peter Kyle losing the housing and business briefs, respectively.
David Lammy says he will continue to support the government from the backbenches after stepping down as justice secretary and deputy PM.
It’s been a busy day for the Makerfield MP, who’s vowed to ramp up council house building and bring in immediate measures to tackle the cost-of-living crisis.
The leaders of the devolved nations have all pledged to work “constructively” with the new prime minister.
Downing Street’s confirmed Mr Burnham’s first international call as Prime Minister was to US President Donald Trump.
