Angela Rayner, Rachel Reeves, Morgan McSweeney: the Labour power list as Sue Gray resigns - As Sue Gray exits, read our ultimate guide to the most influential figures in the Labour government

Sue Gray’s departure has triggered a wider reshuffle of Number 10, and Morgan McSweeney is set to take over her role

Mr McSweeney, 47, credited with transforming the Labour Party into an election-winning machine after the Corbyn era, has sealed his victory in a bitter power struggle with Ms Gray (pictured).

Waiting for Sue Gray’ became something of a mantra for many politicians towards the end of Boris Johnson’s time in the top job. Then working as a senior civil servant, Sue Gray’s findings on Partygate were hugely anticipated and,

Sue Gray has resigned as Sir Keir Starmer’s chief of staff, saying that “intense commentary” around her position had become a “distraction”. The special adviser became a household name in 2022 when she headed a report into the Partygate scandal, criticising Boris Johnson and the Conservative government of the time.

Robert Jenrick said Ms Gray's bombshell exit from No10 showed Sir Keir's administration was 'in complete disarray' after fewer than 100 days in office.

Sue Gray has resigned from her position as Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Number 10 has announced. Ms Gray has instead been appointed as the prime minister's envoy for nations and regions. Morgan McSweeney,

Sir Keir Starmer shuffles Number 10 team after Sue Gray quits as chief of staff - She will be replaced as the chief of staff by Morgan McSweeney.