Natalie Fleet leaves 'triggering' safeguarding minister role
Summary
Labour MP Natalie Fleet has quit her role as safeguarding minister because the job was emotionally difficult for her, given her personal history of abuse. She said the role made her unwell and she wants to support her successor while continuing to help survivors in other ways.Key Facts
- Natalie Fleet was appointed safeguarding minister on May 12, 2024, after Jess Phillips resigned.
- She stepped down because the job was "overwhelmingly triggering" due to hearing distressing stories related to abuse.
- Fleet is a Labour MP for Bolsover, elected in July 2024.
- She survived grooming and rape as a teenager and has spoken openly about her experiences.
- Fleet said the role made her ill despite receiving support from the Home Office.
- She described the minister position as "one of the most important jobs in government" and an honor to hold.
- Fleet would like to continue serving in government but will step back if not given another role, focusing instead on advocacy for survivors.
- The new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has not announced all his ministerial appointments yet.
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