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John Healey

Chancellor of the Exchequer

In office since 20 July 2026

Defence Secretary until June, John Healey became Burnham's first Cabinet appointment and delivered the October Budget. He favours closer trade with Europe but has said he does not expect to see Britain rejoin the EU in his own lifetime.

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In Diplomatique™

No. IV · The Kingdom and Its Unsettled Government

Last reviewed 4 Nov 2026