Keir Starmer’s recently revamped cabinet has been described as the most robust team yet after a significant reshuffle that led to Angela Rayner’s resignation, according to a senior minister.

Rayner, the former Deputy Prime Minister, stepped down from her position due to an oversight that saved her £40,000 on stamp duty for her home in Hove, East Sussex. Despite this, ethics watchdog Sir Laurie Magnus praised Rayner’s integrity and commitment to public service.

Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Darren Jones, hailed the reshuffle as a positive move by the Prime Minister to establish a stronger cabinet focused on addressing public priorities. He emphasized that such reshuffles are common in administrations at this time.

Jones dismissed claims of instability within the Labour Government, refuting allegations of internal divisions and early election speculation made by Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

Over the weekend, the Prime Minister conducted a rearrangement of junior ministers, including changes at the Home Office. Various officials were reassigned to different departments, with new appointments made to key roles.

Meanwhile, support for Angela Rayner came from Julia Davies, a member of Patriotic Millionaires UK, a group advocating for higher taxes.

In related news, several ministers were reassigned within the government, with some notable figures departing their positions. The reshuffle aimed to streamline operations and enhance efficiency across various departments.

This development comes amidst ongoing discussions regarding tax compliance and financial transparency, with calls for accountability and fair practices within the political landscape.