Cabinet reshuffle: David Cameron makes astonishing return to politics as Suella Braverman sacked

Senior Tory figures have reacted to David Cameron being welcomed back into the fold of government.

Former PM - and Cameron's successor - Theresa May said on X (formerly Twitter): "Congratulations to @David_Cameron on his return to government. His immense experience on the international stage will be invaluable at this time of great uncertainty in our world. Looking forward to working together again!"

Former health secretary Matt Hancock added that it was a "brilliant decision" by Sunak to appoint Cameron in a cabinet role.

Lord David Cameron has broken his silence after being appointed Foreign Secretary in the huge reshuffle by Rishi Sunak.

In a statement he said: "The Prime Minister has asked me to serve as his Foreign Secretary and I have gladly accepted. We are facing a daunting set of international challenges, including the war in Ukraine and the crisis in the Middle East.

"At this time of profound global change, it has rarely been more important for this country to stand by our allies, strengthen our partnerships and make sure our voice is heard. While I have been out of front-line politics for the last seven years, I hope that my experience – as Conservative Leader for eleven years and Prime Minister for six – will assist me in helping the Prime Minister to meet these vital challenges."

He added that he "may have disagreed with some individual decisions" taken by Sunak, with Cameron noted to have been a supporter of the now-scrapped HS2 rail project. However the new Foreign Secretary has praised Sunak as a "strong and capable Prime Minister, who is showing exemplary leadership at a difficult time".

The new Home Secretary James Cleverly has written on social media for the first time since he replaced Suella Braverman this morning.

Cleverly said: "It is an honour to be appointed as Home Secretary. The goal is clear. My job is to keep people in this country safe."

He held the role of Foreign secretary prior to his move to the Home Office, with David Cameron moving into his own role.

Rishi Sunak has made a huge move in his cabinet reshuffle, appointing former Prime Minister David Cameron as Foreign Secretary.

He replaces James Cleverly, who moved into the role of Home Secretary after Suella Braverman's sacking earlier this morning.

Cameron, who last served as an MP in 2016, has been made a peer, which allows him to hold a governmental role with sitting as an MP.