Simon Kirby, the MP for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, has been promoted in the recent reshuffle, becoming a Government whip.
THE announcement was made last night as Prime Minister, David Cameron finalised the line up of his ministerial team after last Thursday’s (May 7) general election.
Mr Kirby will become assistant Government whip with responsibility for helping ensure that Government policies pass into law.
Mr Kirby said, “The job will involve significant responsibility for getting Government business through the House of Commons as we seek to implement the Conservative manifesto in full.
“Winning a majority at the general election was a significant achievement. But it is a narrow majority and the new Conservative government is committed to working hard to make the changes we need to keep our economy growing, create more jobs, improve our schools, protect our NHS and upgrade our transport network.
“I will always remain a strong voice for our area and I’m excited to be tasked with playing a key part in delivering these initiatives on behalf of the people of Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven who will always come first.”
Mr Kirby, was previously Parliamentary Private Secretary for the Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt. He retained his seat at the recent general election with a majority of 690. This increased his vote share by 2.7% on the 201o general election.
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