Minister of State for Communities and Local Government
The position of Minister of State for Communities and Local Government was a cabinet-level position in the United Kingdom Government. It was created by Tony Blair in 2005 following his victory in the general election of that year.[1] The minister held many responsibilities which were formally held by the Deputy Prime Minister, to whom he reported.
David Miliband became the first holder of the post.[1] His selection was not without controversy, as some speculated that Tony Blair had wanted to give David Blunkett the position as a Secretary of State, but this was opposed by Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott.
On 5 May 2006, the post was changed when it was announced that the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister would be losing its responsibility for local government and housing, and Ruth Kelly would be appointed Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Tony Blair's ministers". BBC NEWS. 10 May 2005. Retrieved 21 October 2025.
- ^ "At-a-glance: Tony Blair reshuffle". BBC NEWS. 5 May 2006. Retrieved 21 October 2025.
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