Chris Wormald

Chris Wormald recently served as the UK's cabinet secretary and head of the civil service. He was appointed to the role just over a year ago but has now been replaced by Antonia Romeo. His departure was described as "by mutual consent," though some reports suggest he was effectively sacked by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. This ousting is part of a broader shake-up of Starmer's top team, following a scandal involving Peter Mandelson and amidst fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. The circumstances surrounding Wormald's departure have drawn criticism, with a former cabinet secretary condemning Starmer's treatment of him as "shabby." The appointment of his successor, Antonia Romeo, is also facing scrutiny, with calls for thorough due diligence in the selection process.