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shadow cabinet

noun

(in the British Parliament) a group of prominent members of the opposition who are expected to hold positions in the cabinet when their party assumes power.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of shadow cabinet¹

First recorded in 1905–10

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"It is fine for shadow cabinet members and MPs to talk about things that are in the advancement of the Conservative Party," he told reporters.

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He ruled out serving in the shadow cabinet of Sunak's successor, after he was unexpectedly knocked out of the leadership contest before the final round.

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In her speech, Badenoch will announce details of a "policy renewal programme" - putting each of her shadow cabinet in charge of a policy area.

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During her time as an opposition MP, she held a number of shadow cabinet positions over a period of four years - most recently as shadow culture secretary.

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Jon Ashworth, a former shadow cabinet minister who is still close to top party figures, urged the government to put "helping people move into good, well-paid jobs" at the heart of their arguments for reform.

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