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Angela Rayner Rejects PM Role, Pledges Welfare Stability

7/2/2025

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Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner lightheartedly expressed her reluctance to take on the Prime Minister's role, citing its demanding nature. Amid a turbulent week for Keir Starmer's government, she assured the public that current welfare benefits remain unchanged and stressed the need for collaboration with disability groups to shape future reforms.

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Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner lightheartedly expressed her reluctance to take on the Prime Minister's role, citing its demanding nature. Amid a turbulent week for Keir Starmer's government, she assured the public that current welfare benefits remain unchanged and stressed the need for collaboration with disability groups to shape future reforms.