Cabinet reshuffle in UK government

Liz Truss is to replace Dominic Raab as UK Foreign Secretary, while four ministers have been sacked from the Government, as part of today’s reshuffle, Report informs referring to The Telegraph.

Raab has been formally named Deputy Prime Minister, a role he previously held on a de facto basis, as well as Justice Secretary and Lord Chancellor.

But he has lost his more senior role, following criticism for his handling of the withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Truss will keep her role as minister for women and equalities.

Meanwhile, Gavin Williamson, Robert Jenrick, Amanda Milling, and Robert Buckland have been sacked as ministers.

Michael Gove has been made Housing and Communities Secretary, with additional responsibilities for leveling up. He retains his brief for the Union and elections.