News

Interview: The accidental minister

5 mins read
Laura McCardle meets Rob Wilson, minister for civil society

Rob Wilson rejected an offer to become a government minister in a Cabinet reshuffle in July so that he could focus on the impending publication of a book he had written about political scandal.

Little did he know then that, just two months later, the offer would come around again after Brooks Newmark stepped down as minister for civil society over allegations he had sent explicit images of himself to an undercover journalist.

Newmark's resignation came on the opening day of the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham, potentially leaving youth services without someone in government to push their case and listen to their needs.

Register Now to Continue Reading

Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:

What's Included

  • Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month

  • Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector

Register

Already have an account? Sign in here


More like this

Hertfordshire Youth Workers

“Opportunities in districts teams and countywide”

Administration Apprentice

SE1 7JY, London (Greater)