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Sajid Javid is today beginning his new role as health secretary
He said: “Matt Hancock worked incredibly hard, he achieved a lot and I’m sure he will have more to offer in public life.
“I was honoured to take up this position. I also know that it comes with huge responsibility, and I will do everything I can to make sure that I deliver for the people of this great country.
"We are still in a pandemic and I want to see that come to an end as soon as possible, and that will be my most immediate priority to see that we can return to normal as soon and as quickly as possible.