Reshuffle reaction: frustration at housing minister churn but praise for energy shake-up

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Rachel Maclean expected to be confirmed as sixth housing minister in a year

Industry bodies have welcomed the creation of a new government department for energy and net zero, although they have expressed frustration at the removal of yet another housing minister.

Former Treasury aide Rachel Maclean is likely to replace outgoing housing minister Lucy Frazer, who has been promoted to culture secretary.

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