Former Watford MP Lord Harrington, who was appointed refugees minister in the wake of the war in Ukraine, has quit the Government before a new leader takes over.
Richard Harrington, pictured, served as the MP for Watford between 2010 and 2019
“I was brought in to do a very specific job, which was to set up working machinery across Government to deal with helping the Ukrainians in need,” Lord Harrington said. “I believe we now have a process and procedure in place that means there won’t necessarily be the need for a minister like myself. “I’m not walking out on the role or either candidate and will continue to support where helpful. But what I was specifically asked to do is essentially complete so it seems right that I make clear to both leadership contenders that they may be able to save on a ministerial post when they take over.
“Or at least have the option to shape the role for the next phase with a new person now I’ve established a successful system.”
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