Two of Cambridgeshire’s MPs will return to the backbenches after being axed from government.
NE Cambs MP Steve Barclay, who was health secretary in Boris Johnson’s government, has been replaced by Therese Coffey in new prime minister Liz Truss’ Cabinet reshuffle.
Writing on Twitter, Mr Barclay said: “After seven years in government, I am returning to the backbenches.
“Thanks to all colleagues, both political & civil service, for their fantastic support. Wishing Liz Truss & her ministerial team every success for the future.”
Shailesh Vara, MP for North West Cambridgeshire, has also been removed from Cabinet as Chris Heaton-Harris takes over as Northern Ireland Secretary.
Great privilege and honour to serve as Secretary of State at the Northern Ireland Office and work with some excellent people,” Mr Vara tweeted.
“My best wishes to the new PM and I look forward to supporting the government from the backbenches.”
Ms Truss succeeded Mr Johnson as prime minister on September 6.
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