Sue Gray, Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK), Keir Starmer has resigned.
Gatekeepers News reports that a statement released from Downing Street on Sunday revealed that Gray is expected to take on a new role as the Prime Minister’s envoy for nations and regions.
According to BBC reports; Gray had been embroiled in disputes over her salary, following revelations by BBC’s political editor that she earned more than Sir Keir.
Labour has confirmed that Gray will be replaced by Morgan McSweeney, who was previously the Chief Adviser to the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to Gray, who authored the report on parties held in Downing Street during the pandemic, for “all the support she has given me, both in opposition and government and her work to prepare us for government and get us started on our programme of change.”
He added, “Sue has played a vital role in strengthening our relations with the regions and nations. I am delighted that she will continue to support that work.”
The former prime minister in a statement released said, “It has been an honour to take on the role of chief of staff, and to play my part in the delivery of a Labour Government.”
“Throughout my career my first interest has always been public service.”
“However, in recent weeks it has become clear to me that intense commentary around my position risked becoming a distraction to the Government’s vital work of change.”
“It is for that reason I have chosen to stand aside, and I look forward to continuing to support the Prime Minister in my new role.”