BRAINTREE’S MP has landed a key role in Government after the collapse of the current Cabinet.

Following a chaotic two days in Westminster, Boris Johnson is set to resign as Prime Minister.

As a result, a new Cabinet is being formed.

Now it has been confirmed James Cleverly, who has been the Braintree MP since 2015, is set to fill the shoes of Education Secretary.

He will be the third Education Secretary in two days.

Michelle Donelan was appointed to the position on Tuesday Evening amid mass resignations from Mr Johnson’s cabinet which saw Nadhim Zahawi promoted to chancellor.

Mr Cleverly was previously Minister of State for Europe and North America.

In a statement, the new Education Secretary said: “As someone whose grandfather was a teacher and whose children are currently in the education system, I am incredibly passionate about education and proud to be appointed Secretary of State.

“From childcare and exams results, to our Schools White Paper, T Levels and the rest of our revolutionary skills agenda, we have a huge amount of work to do and I am looking forward to getting on with the job.

"That means ensuring children, young people and their families continue to be supported – they have my full commitment.

“I look forward to engaging with our brilliant nurseries, social workers, schools, colleges, universities and all the staff working across these sectors to realise people’s potential – whatever their backgrounds or wherever they come from.”