Graham Stuart Resigns as Energy Minister to Focus on Constituency

Stuart steps down to concentrate on local issues in Beverley and Holderness, amid a series of Conservative resignations.

Graham Stuart resigns from his Cabinet role as energy security and net zero minister to focus on local issues ahead of the upcoming election.
Stuart has served in government for the past eight years and intends to continue supporting Prime Minister Rishi Sunak from the backbenches.
A series of recent resignations from the Conservative cabinet highlights growing dissatisfaction within the party.
Stuart's resignation follows a predicted loss for his constituency to Labour in the next general election, according to a YouGov poll.
Justin Tomlinson replaces Stuart as energy minister in a minor reshuffle following the resignation.