Overview

• Sue Gray, former chief of staff to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has decided not to accept the position of envoy for nations and regions.
• Reports indicate that Starmer was planning to withdraw the job offer due to concerns about the role's media attention and unclear responsibilities.
• Gray's decision follows a period of speculation and a reported internal power struggle within Downing Street.
• Gray was previously involved in the Partygate investigation and faced criticism for her role in planning Labour's transition to government.
• The position was intended to strengthen relations with devolved governments and regional mayors across the UK.