Barnet MPs Retain Key Government Roles
Sarah Sackman and Dan Tomlinson continue in their ministerial positions following a change in prime minister.
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Two Members of Parliament representing constituencies in the London Borough of Barnet have maintained their government positions following the appointment of Andy Burnham as the new prime minister. Sarah Sackman, the MP for Finchley and Golders Green, continues her role as Minister for Courts and Legal Services. Dan Tomlinson, who represents Chipping Barnet, retains his position as Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury and has additionally taken on the responsibilities of Growth Minister.
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The recent change in national leadership, with Andy Burnham succeeding Keir Starmer as prime minister on Monday, has seen minimal alteration to the government roles held by Ms Sackman and Mr Tomlinson. Ms Sackman has held her current ministerial position since December 2024. Mr Tomlinson, who was appointed Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury in September 2025, will now also serve in a growth-focused capacity, with duties spanning both the Treasury and the Cabinet Office, as reported by the Barnet Post.
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