First ministerial role for Mansfield MP Bradley
Mansfield's Conservative MP Ben Bradley has been given his first ministerial role '“ just six months after winning the seat from Labour.
In the cabinet reshuffle taking place today at Number 10 Mr Bradley was appointed vice-chairman of the Conservative Party.
Following the announcement he tweeted: “Really pleased to have been appointed as Vice Chair of the @Conservatives and having the opportunity to work and make sure the voice of young people is heard in Government. Pleased to be working with @BrandonLewis @JamesCleverly and a great team.”
Brandon Lewis was announced as the new party chairman, replacing Derbyshire MP Patrick Mcloughlin, while James Cleverly MP was appointed deputy chairman.