Ben Wallace, the longest-serving Conservative defence secretary, is reportedly considering leaving government as part of an anticipated autumn reshuffle, according to sources familiar with the matter. The potential departure of Wallace, a close ally of former prime minister Boris Johnson, comes after an unsuccessful bid to become the next head of NATO and as the current prime minister prepares to revamp his top team ahead of next year’s election.
The Times initially broke the news about the defence secretary’s possible departure, and a source informed Sky News that Wallace is likely to make a decision next month regarding whether to stay in his role or step down. If he chooses to leave, he would also resign as a Member of Parliament.
