Starmer installs non-political ministers in his 'governance of all talents'

Unfortunately for them though, many do. But don’t give up just yet…there’s still hope out there for everyone involved if only for their health… Hermer was among a group of Jewish lawyers, led by former UK supreme court Lord Neuberger, to issue a warning letter that international law must determine Israel’s response to Hamas’ 7 October attack.The letter noted how Hamas actions “were more than moral outrage; they violated every norm of international law”.Israel had the legal basis under international law to defend itself in self-defence while safeguarding its citizens; collective punishment is prohibited according to war laws however.” International law mandates that combatants reduce civilian life and infrastructure destruction through minimal combatant attacks. Adam Wagner, co-signatory to Hermer’s letter and human rights lawyer by profession, described Hermer as an international law expert devoted to human rights law since its passage. Sir Jonathan Jones (former Treasury solicitor and permanent secretary for government legal) commented it as an outstanding appointment while Patrick Vallance who played a pivotal role during Covid pandemic is now science minister.” Photograph by James Manning/PAHe commented, stating “Richard Hermer is an extremely experienced KC of great renown who will certainly take seriously his duty of upholding rule of law in government as Attorney General. I know he takes his role very seriously.” Starmer and his allies believe appointing “goats”, which may include Emily Thornberry as London Labour MP for opposition roles such as opposition spokesperson, to show non-ideological leadership from Prime Minister May. Subscribe now for weekly analysis from top Observer writers! This newsletter may contain content funded by other entities or charities that has information regarding them such as fundraising efforts or online ads that feature advertisements funded by other parties. For additional details please view our Privacy Policy. At our website we utilize Google reCaptcha to protect our site, with their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service applying accordingly. When Gordon Brown became Prime Minister in 2007, he made several external ministerial appointments such as Lord West, former UN deputy secretary general Mark Malloch Brown, former CBI director-general Digby Jones and surgeon Ara Darzi. These outside ministerial positions came under some criticism after several of them didn’t last very long in their posts. Lord Jones lamented later on in life how becoming a junior minister had been one of the most dehumanizing experiences possible for anyone; while others caused political embarrassment for the government. Lord Darzi was retained for two more years as health minister while his review of the NHS won widespread acclaim. On Saturday, Ellie Reeves, sister of Rachel Reeves and successor as party chair under Anneliese Dodds was appointed Cabinet Office minister; Dan Jarvis became Home Office minister, while Jim McMahon and Matthew Pennycook became ministers within Levelling Up Housing Communities while Douglas Alexander became business minister.