# Darren Jones Out of Cabinet | Bristol News

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Podcast: [Bristol News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bristol-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7574695)
Published: 2026-07-21T21:24:37+00:00
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Darren Jones, Labour MP for Bristol North West and former Cabinet minister, has been ousted from Andy Burnham’s new government — a major shake-up that clears the way for Burnham’s leadership. Jones, once seen as a rising star who held key roles including Chief Secretary and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, had considered running for party leader but stepped aside. In his farewell statement, he celebrated his achievements: boosting schools and hospitals, tackling child poverty, reviving council housing, and improving NHS waiting times — though he admitted falling short on economic growth. Now back as a backbench MP at just 39, Jones vows to focus on his constituents in Bristol, signaling his political career is far from over. With figures like Rachel Reeves also sidelined, Labour’s new power structure is taking shape — and the fallout could reshape the party’s future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/625cece1cf6c5b71

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