Gillian Keegan has been appointed as the new education secretary by Rishi Sunak in the cabinet reshuffle.
The MP for Chichester is the sixth education secretary in just over a year, replacing Kit Malthouse.
Following news of Keegan's appointment, education leaders stressed the need for continuity and stability, and said that the challenges the sector faces in schools and early years settings are urgent.
On her appointment, Keegan said, ‘I’m deeply honoured to have been appointed as Secretary of State for Education by the PM @RishiSunak.
‘Education transforms lives – I know that talent is spread equally around the country, and I will work tirelessly to ensure opportunity is also.’
