Multiple reports state that Keir Starmer has sounded out former deputy Angela Rayner about whether she would take on the role of health secretary. The discussions are linked to the departure of Wes Streeting from the health secretary position, with Streeting’s exit prompting speculation about who could replace him. According to the reporting, Starmer approached Rayner to gauge her willingness to accept the health role. The Daily Mail claims Rayner declined or did not take up the offer, describing it as a “snub,” though the reports do not provide additional substantiation or direct comments from Rayner. The reports also frame the wider political context around Starmer’s current position, suggesting heightened scrutiny and political pressure. Overall, the coverage focuses on the internal leadership reshuffle following Streeting’s resignation and whether Rayner would move into the health brief. The details of any formal appointment, Rayner’s response, or timelines for a successor are not established in the information provided.