The New Statesman: politics and culture Keir Starmer's reshuffle reveals his priorities | Politics
Sep 1, 2025
Join Rachel Cunliffe, Associate Political Editor at the New Statesman, and Megan Kenyon, its new politics correspondent, as they dissect Keir Starmer's recent government reshuffle. They explore how new appointments reflect a decisive shift towards economic priorities ahead of the upcoming budget. Dive into discussions about key figures involved, the implications for messaging, and the turbulent journey of crafting a compelling narrative as the Labour Party aims to address living standards and household bills amidst changing dynamics.
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Economic Strategy Moves To Number 10
- Moving Darren Jones into Number 10 signals Starmer is prioritising economic strategy ahead of the autumn budget.
- The new Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister role centralises growth missions outside the Treasury.
New Treasury Voice Favors Growth And Housing
- Dan Tomlinson's appointment reflects a tilt toward growth-friendly and pro-housing instincts within Labour.
- The changes please MPs focused on the Living Standards Coalition and economic expansion.
Schrödinger's Reshuffle
- The reshuffle was 'Schrödinger's' — briefed as imminent, then not, then finally a limited set of moves.
- Rachel Cunliffe describes it as a halfway-house reshuffle that created one new post but lacked wider ministerial changes.