Angela Rayner: Labour's working-class warrior bounces back
Summary
Angela Rayner, a Labour MP known for her working-class background, has returned to the UK cabinet as housing secretary under new leader Andy Burnham. She had previously resigned from the role due to a tax issue but has now resumed the position to help with housing and local government powers.Key Facts
- Angela Rayner grew up in a poor council estate in Greater Manchester and cared for her mother with bipolar disorder.
- She left school without qualifications but later studied British sign language and social care while working as a care worker.
- Rayner became a full-time union official and rose to a senior role in Unison before entering politics.
- She was first elected as MP for Ashton-under-Lyne in 2015, a seat near her hometown.
- Rayner resigned as housing secretary last year after underpaying tax on the purchase of a home.
- After Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer stepped down, Andy Burnham became leader with wide support, including from Rayner.
- Burnham has appointed Rayner back to the cabinet as housing secretary.
- In her new role, Rayner will support Burnham’s plan to shift power from the UK government to local councils and increase council house building.
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