Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced two new government appointments, according to Israeli media reports. The positions were not specified in the initial report.
The announcement was made in a brief statement early Tuesday morning, referencing a full report on ynet. The specific roles and names of appointees have not yet been disclosed. Burnham was sworn in as prime minister on Monday, July 20, after winning the Labour leadership and general election. The Zioneer previously reported on his initial cabinet appointments, including Ed Miliband as foreign secretary and the resignation of David Lammy as deputy prime minister. The new appointments are expected to fill remaining positions in the government.
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