Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Wes Streeting Named UK Defence Minister
Wes Streeting, who used to be the health minister, has been chosen as the new defence minister by the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Streeting had thought about running for the leader of the Labour party but decided not to.
He had also quit his health job earlier because he didn't agree with the then-premier Keir Starmer.
Wes Streeting is the new UK Defence Minister.
Appointed by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Streeting previously served as Health Minister.
He quit his health job in May, citing loss of confidence in Keir Starmer.
Streeting had considered challenging Burnham for Labour party leadership.
- Who
- Wes Streeting
- What
- Named as the new UK Defence Minister
- When
- Late Monday
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Why
- Appointed by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham
Supporters of Wes Streeting
Critics of Wes Streeting
Leadership Challenge
Supporters of Wes Streeting
Wes Streeting's decision to challenge for the Labour party leadership shows his ambition and commitment to the party.
Critics of Wes Streeting
Wes Streeting's decision to challenge for the Labour party leadership was seen as a divisive move within the party.
- New Defence Minister
- Wes Streeting
- Appointment Date
- Late Monday
- Previous Role
- Health Minister
- Prime Minister
- Andy Burnham
- Party
- Labour
