London, 06 July 2024 - The Labour Party has emerged victorious in the recent general election, signaling a significant shift in the UK’s political landscape. Party leader Sir Keir Starmer has been confirmed as the new Prime Minister, and Angela Rayner has been appointed Deputy Prime Minister.

The announcement was made on Friday, July 5, as the Labour Party began the process of forming a new cabinet. Angela Rayner will also serve as the Secretary of the Department for Leveling Up, Housing, and Communities.

Angela Rayner has been the Deputy Leader of the Labour Party since 2020. She has also served as the Shadow Deputy Prime Minister and Shadow Secretary of the Department for Leveling Up, Housing, and Communities since 2023. Rayner represented the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency in Parliament from 2015 to 2024.

Rayner’s appointment as Deputy Prime Minister reflects her significant role within the Labour Party and her extensive political experience. She is expected to play a crucial role in addressing key issues facing the nation, particularly in her dual role as Secretary of the Department for Leveling Up, Housing, and Communities.

The Labour Party's victory and the subsequent cabinet appointments mark a new chapter for the UK, with the newly formed government poised to tackle the country’s challenges under the leadership of Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner.