cabinet minister

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Sir Keir's time in Downing Street would almost certainly be extended in this scenario, putting the onus on a Labour MP or a cabinet minister, instead of Burnham, to mount a leadership challenge.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Former Plaid leader Adam Price becomes cabinet minister for enterprise, connectivity and energy.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Former Conservative cabinet minister Sir David Davis said his website had to be shut down after a suspected cyber attack.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Unlike his predecessor Steenhuisen, who is a cabinet minister and member of parliament, Hill-Lewis has decided not to take up a role in the coalition government and remain as mayor of Cape Town.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

He was a stout, blunt man, not nearly as polished as I would have expected from a cabinet minister.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela