The MP for Saffron Walden, who was elected in 2017, replaces Nadhim Zahawi, who has been moved to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
Ms Badenoch takes on responsibility for the inspection and regulation of early years and childcare policy and the delivery of 30-hour childcare, as well as the pupil premium, special educational needs and children’s social care.
The appointment was announced on Saturday evening. On twitter the new minister said:
She added, 'Thank you for all good wishes and kind messages of support received. I also look forward to working not just with @Conservatives colleagues but cross-party and grateful for the warm welcome from @TracyBrabin and @SteveReedMP who no doubt will be keeping me on my toes!'
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