Henry Zeffman, writing with insight from sources close to Andy Burnham, says Rachel Reeves would likely be offered a more junior position in Burnham’s cabinet if he becomes prime minister. The BBC also reports that Reeves would be given a less senior role, based on information it has received. The accounts describe a scenario in which Reeves does not take a top post in a potential Burnham government, but instead moves to a lower-ranking position within the cabinet. Neither source specifies which exact role Reeves might receive, nor do they detail the criteria or negotiations behind any possible reshuffle. The reporting focuses on the expected direction of cabinet staffing rather than confirmed appointments, and frames the information as an understanding from sources rather than an official decision. Overall, the coverage aligns on the same central point: if Burnham leads the government, Reeves is expected to be offered a more junior cabinet role.