Keir Starmer’s Labour Party achieved victory in the 2024 parliamentary election, ending 14 years of Conservative rule.
Key Figures in the New UK Government
Keir Starmer, Prime Minister : Led Labour to a landslide victory in 2024, ending 14 years of Conservative rule. Former human rights lawyer and top prosecutor.
Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister: Former care worker and trade unionist, elected in 2015.
Rachel Reeves, Finance Minister :She becomes the country’s first female finance chief. Former Bank of England economist, elected in 2010.
David Lammy, Foreign Minister : Social and racial justice advocate, elected in 2000.
Yvette Cooper, Interior Minister : Elected in 1997, experienced in senior ministerial roles.
John Healey, Defence Minister : Elected in 1997, held various junior roles.
Wes Streeting, Health Minister : Elected in 2015, experienced in health and education policy.
Ed Miliband, Energy Security and Net Zero Minister : Former Labour leader, focused on environmental issues.
Jonathan Reynolds, Business Minister : Elected in 2010, experienced in financial sector liaison.
Q: Who became the first female Finance Minister of the United Kingdom in 2024?
a) Angela Rayner
b) Yvette Cooper
c) Rachel Reeves
d) Theresa May
Ans : c) Rachel Reeves
Keir Starmer’s Labour Party achieved victory in the 2024 parliamentary election. Rachel Reeves, Finance Minister, becomes the country’s first female finance Minister.
