Bridget Phillipson
Bridget Phillipson is Britain's Secretary of State for Education, appointed in July 2024 following Labour's general election victory. The 40-year-old MP has represented Houghton and Sunderland South since 2010. Previously serving as Shadow Education Secretary from 2021-2024, she focuses on education reform, skills training, and addressing teacher shortages while implementing Labour's education manifesto commitments.