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By Shannon Hawthorne
Tracy Brabin announced as new shadow education minister
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Jul 4, 2017By Shannon HawthorneLabour has named Batley & Spen MP Tracy Brabin as its new shadow education minister, with responsibility for early years.
The previous shadow early years minister, Tulip Siddiq, resigned from the role in January over the Article 50 vote in parliament.
Brabin was elected as an MP in October 2016 in the by-election triggered by the murder of Jo Cox.
She has previously worked as an actress and scriptwriter, appearing in Coronation Street, Eastenders and Casualty in the past.
On Twitter, Brabin said: 鈥淪o proud to be given Shadow Minister for Early Years + congratulations to all colleagues joining front bench.鈥
Neil Leitch, chief executive of the Alliance, welcomed the appointment. He said: 鈥淲ith the introduction of the 30-hours entitlement offer only a few short months away, it is essential that there is a strong opposition ready to hold the government to account. We look forward to developing a healthy working relationship with Ms Brabin, ensuring that the early years agenda remains a top priority.鈥