Thérèse Coffey defends Truss against ‘cabinet of chums’ charge

Deputy PM says newly appointed ministers will show they've been considered, they've been competent'

The new health secretary and deputy prime minister, Therese Coffey, has defended Liz Truss from criticism that she has appointed a cabinet of chums".

The prime minister is accused of making appointments to reward longstanding friendships and loyalty in the leadership contest, rather than competence.