Sky News: Dominic Raab to be 'fall guy' in cabinet reshuffle

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Despite Downing Street saying there are “no plans” for a reshuffle, rumours are still speculating that Mr Williamson could be demoted.

Michael Gove, Alister Jack and Liz Truss are also tipped for promotion with rumours she could be moved to the Foreign Office.

The Prime Minister has refused on several occasions to answers questions as to whether he would reshuffle his top team this week but it has been suggested that the rumours were a ploy to keep potential Tory tax rebels in line for yesterday’s tax increases.

The Prime Minister has refused on several occasions to answers questions as to whether he would reshuffle his top team this week but it has been suggested that the rumours were a ploy to keep potential Tory tax rebels in line for yesterday’s tax increases.

The Telegraph’s Chris Hope last night reported that a senior Government source said there will definitely not be a reshuffle today with the Mail reporting that it is “more likely to be later in the autumn”.

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Williamson’s ‘mistake’

The Evening Standard quoted the Education Secretary saying he had enjoyed a Zoom call with England and Manchester United footballers Marcus Rashford. 

However, it was later revealed that it has actually been with rugby player Maro Itoje, who has been an advocate for poorer pupils having access to laptops during lockdown. 

Williamson released a statement said it was a “genuine mistake” adding: “I have huge respect for both Marcus Rashford and Maro Itoje who run effective and inspiring campaigns.” “

Who could face the axe?

Rumours are circulating among Tory MP’s about who could be promoted or replaced.

Sky News political correspondent Jon Craig reports that’s MP’s say Williamson will be demoted to Commons Leader and Micheal Gove to the Foreign Office. 

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