Morgan McSweeney

2024 - 10 - 6

From Cork to the Cabinet: The Rise of Morgan McSweeney!

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Sue Gray moves over for Morgan McSweeney as Keir Starmer shakes things up at Downing Street! Who's this Cork wonder? Read on!

In a whirlwind of political drama that would put any soap opera to shame, Keir Starmer has undertaken a major reshuffle at Number 10, marking the departure of his Chief of Staff, Sue Gray. Gray stepped down just shy of hitting her 100-day milestone, following intense scrutiny over her performance, particularly regarding her high salary and a few awkward donations-related headlines. Just like that, the political scene gets a sprinkle of West Cork flavour as Morgan McSweeney steps into the chief of staff role with a fresh approach and plenty of ambition.

Morgan hails from Macroom in West Cork, where he must have been weaning on political strategy and emergency decision-making alongside his morning tea! He’s made the impressive journey from construction sites in London to effectively running the operations at Downing Street. Some might say that his rise has been meteoric – who knew building walls could lead to breaking down political barriers? Known for running Labour Together, a group at the heart of many discussions, Morgan has seen his fair share of controversies – but he brings with him a unique insight that might just rejuvenate the current political climate.

The eyes of the nation are now firmly fixed on Morgan as he takes on his role as the new chief of staff. Will he guide Starmer through the stormy seas of political opposition or will he find himself navigating the choppy waters of public opinion? His appointment has raised some eyebrows, particularly since he comes at a time of speculation and criticism regarding Labour’s funding and transparency. Interestingly, some are eagerly awaiting to see how he’ll tackle these issues – after all, a new captain may change the course of the ship!

As the dust settles around Sue Gray’s departure to her new role as the Prime Minister’s regional envoy, the impact of McSweeney’s strategies will undoubtedly be closely monitored. In a political landscape that thrives on change, this infusion of Cork charm provides a captivating subplot. Did you know? Morgan McSweeney’s ascent mirrors classic political tales where humble beginnings meet regal ambitions! And speaking of Irish charms, it’d be fascinating to see if we might get a Cork-style ceilidh in Number 10 to celebrate this new chapter!

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Sue Gray out, Morgan McSweeney in (Spectator.co.uk)

Keir Starmer has not yet reached the 100 day mark but already he has lost his Chief of Staff. Sue Gray has resigned.

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Sue Gray out, Morgan McSweeney up: Keir Starmer resets Number ... (Tortoise Media)

Sue Gray has resigned just weeks into her time as chief of staff to the prime minister, following a succession of damning stories that centred around her.

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Corkman appointed as Keir Starmer's chief of staff (Irish Examiner)

Morgan McSweeney, originally from Macroom in West Cork, was formally appointed as the Downing Street Chief of Staff, following the resignation of Sue Gray ...

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff Sue Gray quits (BBC News)

She is leaving after rows over pay and donations and will take up a new role as the PM's regional envoy.

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How Sue Gray lost the No 10 power battle with Morgan McSweeney (The Times)

The former civil servant was blamed for not being sufficiently political — and her high salary drew further criticism.

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Big change at top of UK government sees Cork man take over inside ... (Cork Beo)

Macroom man Morgan McSweeney has gone from working on building sites in London to effectively running Sir Keir Starmer's operations as his Chief Of Staff.

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Breaking: Gray resigns (to cushy new job) as Starmer promotes ... (SKWAWKBOX)

McSweeney ran Labour Together, which didn't declare hundreds of thousands in donations - who better to take over in the middle of a freebies-for-access ...

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Who is Morgan McSweeney? The Labour election guru replacing ... (The Independent)

Sue Gray's departure has triggered a wider reshuffle of Number 10, and Morgan McSweeney is set to take over her role.

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The rise of Morgan McSweeney, Starmer's replacement for Sue Gray (iNews)

She will be replaced by Sir Keir Starmer's chief adviser, Morgan McSweeney. Her departure for a new role as the Prime Minister's envoy for the regions and ...

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Cork man appointed chief of staff for British prime minister (Echo Live)

Morgan McSweeney from Macroom helped mastermind the British Labour Party's landslide general election victory in July.

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Is Morgan McSweeney the answer to Keir Starmer's troubles? (Spectator.co.uk)

Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer's chief adviser and architect of Labour's massive general election victory this summer, has been anointed as the PM's new all- ...

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Who is Morgan McSweeney? The Labour election guru replacing ... (The Independent)

Sue Gray's departure has triggered a wider reshuffle of Number 10, and Morgan McSweeney is set to take over her role.

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Who is in Keir Starmer's top team at No 10 after Sue Gray resignation? (The Guardian)

Morgan McSweeney named new chief of staff as PM makes five changes to key personnel.

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Cork man Morgan McSweeney is new Downing Street chief of staff ... (thejournal.ie)

THE CORK MAN described as the “guru” behind Labour's landslide campaign in July is to become UK Labour's new chief of staff after the resignation of Sue ...

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Who is Morgan McSweeney? The man taking over from Sue Gray in ... (Metro)

Keir Starmer's new Chief of Staff Morgan McSweeney has been a trusted ally of the Prime Minister for years - here is his background.

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Who is Morgan McSweeney, the Irishman heading up Keir Starmer's ... (The Irish Times)

Morgan McSweeney, campaign director for Keir Starmer. Morgan McSweeney has been appointed chief of staff by Keir Starmer. Mon Oct 07 2024 - 11:50.

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Who is Morgan McSweeney? Labour's power broker replacing Sue ... (The Times)

He has championed Labour from behind the scenes for the past two decades — but now he is in the spotlight as No 10's chief of staff, and faces an uphill ...

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Morgan McSweeney: Who is the PM's new chief of staff? (BBC News)

It followed weeks of criticism and briefings against Ms Gray, who had reportedly clashed with Mr McSweeney in his role as the PM's chief political adviser.

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Who is Morgan McSweeney? The man replacing Sue Gray at the ... (Evening Standard)

Morgan McSweeney quashed leftwing factions in Lambeth and helped see off the BNP in Barking before coming to work for Sir Keir Starmer.

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Who is Morgan McSweeney, the Clyde Valley man who's the new ... (Scottish Daily Express)

As Keir Starmer tries to rescue his disastrous start as Prime Minister, he's turned to a 'workaholic' Irishman who lives in Scotland with his wife, ...

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The problems Morgan McSweeney and James Lyons will bring to ... (iNews)

The firebrand Labour MP Dennis Skinner once said to the Tories, “When posh boys are in trouble, they sack the servants”. At the time, two special advisers ...

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Morgan McSweeney's wife received £10000 from organisation he ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

Labour Together has donated £210000 to members of Sir Keir Starmer's top team this year – almost four times as much as Lord Alli.

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