Heidi Alexander appointed Transport Secretary

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Number 10 confirms Heidi Alexander to replace Louise Haigh following Transport Secretary's shock resignation

Heidi Alexander has this morning been confirmed as the new Transport Secretary following Louise Haigh's surprise resignation over revelations about an historic fraud conviction. Number 10 confirmed...

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