Defence Minister Grant Shapps, a top Tory, lost his seat to Labour in Welwyn Hatfield, becoming the highest-ranking Cabinet defeat.

UK's Defence Minister Grant Shapps, a prominent Tory figure, lost his parliamentary seat to the Labour Party in Welwyn Hatfield, becoming the highest-ranking Conservative Cabinet member to be defeated in the election. Shapps held various government roles and was a key backer of Rishi Sunak's leadership bid. His loss is a significant victory for the Labour Party, indicating a shift in political power.

July 05, 2024
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