News story

Election 2015: Prime Minister and ministerial appointments

Following the 2015 general election, David Cameron has formed a government. View details of ministers confirmed so far.

Following the 2015 general election, David Cameron has formed a government.

This news story will be updated as more details are announced. You can also follow @Number10gov or visit the 10 Downing Street Facebook page for updates.

Ministers confirmed

  • The Rt Hon George Osborne MP becomes First Secretary of State and continues as Chancellor of the Exchequer
  • The Rt Hon Theresa May continues as Home Secretary
  • The Rt Hon Philip Hammond continues as Foreign Secretary
  • The Rt Hon Michael Fallon continues as Secretary of State for Defence

View a list of ministerial resignations.

The Prime Minister’s speech

Read a transcript of the Prime Minister’s speech outside Downing Street.

Watch video of the Prime Minister speaking on his return to Number 10.