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Reaction to Corbyn's shadow cabinetJeremy Corbyn

Rolling coverage as new Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn unveils his shadow cabinet - all the latest news, reaction and analysis in text and video.


Jeremy Corbyn in 1987The Jeremy Corbyn Story

The Labour Party's new leader is a radical left winger who has spent his whole career on the backbenches - this is his story.

What contenders promised

  • Jeremy Corbyn

    What do we know so far about left-wing Labour leadership contender Jeremy Corbyn's programme for government?

  • Andy Burnham

    Labour leadership contender Andy Burnham promises a "big vision" in his manifesto, but what would he do if he became prime minister?

  • Yvette Cooper

    Labour leadership contender Yvette Cooper promises an "optimistic vision for Britain's future", so what are her policies for government?

  • Liz Kendall

    Labour leadership contender Liz Kendall is calling for a "fresh start" for the Labour Party, but what would she do if she became prime minister?

Heidi AlexanderWho's who in Corbyn's shadow cabinet?

New Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has announced his shadow cabinet. Who are they and what is likely to be their policy focus?