Lucy Rigby MP ©House of Commons/Laurie Noble

Lawyers, journalists, and Westminster insiders have long dominated the British political system, and this Labour government is no exception, with a former barrister at the helm. Now, the minister responsible for the City has joined the list.

But who is Lucy Rigby MP? That was the question on everyone’s lips in the Square Mile.

She was appointed economic secretary to the Treasury, replacing Emma Reynolds , who had been shifted to take on the role of environment secretary, in the cabinet reshuffle last Friday.

Just a few months into Labour taking power, Rigby was tasked with the role of Solicitor General, a position she held until the reshuffle.

She was new to the frontline of politics in 2024, standing as a candidate in Northampton No

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