Burnham plans to reappoint Jonathan Reynolds as business secretary in pro-business cabinet
Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is planning to reappoint Jonathan Reynolds as business secretary, a role Reynolds held until last September before becoming chief whip. The move is part of Burnham's pledge to lead a 'pro-business' government and pursue reindustrialisation. Burnham is also considering expanding the Department for Business and Trade by absorbing science responsibilities from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, potentially rebranding it as a 'Ministry of Industry'. However, AI adviser Matt Clifford warned such a reorganisation could waste time. Reynolds, who built strong ties with employers and unions, has privately expressed dissatisfaction with his current role. Business groups like the CBI are pressing for concrete policies on energy costs, skills, and tax simplification.
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