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All change as Theresa May puts together new cabinet

New Prime Minister Theresa May has been putting together her new cabinet, with several MPs in our region getting new roles.

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May hands Leadsom Environment Secretary role

Prime Minister Theresa May has given a job to her former rival for the Conservative leadership.

South Northamptonshire MP Andrea Leadsom has been appointed appointed Environment Secretary in the new cabinet.

The role was previously held by South West Norfolk MP Liz Truss who was promoted to Justice Secretary earlier today.

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