Starmer Says Reeves Will Remain as UK Chancellor
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer told the BBC that Rachel Reeves will stay on as chancellor “for many years to come,” as he sought to end speculation about her future that sparked a bond selloff. The pound steadied during Asian trading hours.