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Johnson's reshuffle may leave lasting impact
But whether his bid to control all ministerial departments can work remains to be seen
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson started this week with plans for a modest reshuffle of his Cabinet. But he ends the week facing a major political earthquake: the unexpected resignation of Finance Minister Sajid Javid, the Cabinet's most important minister.
In the short term, the surprising loss of Mr Javid will not dent Mr Johnson's hold on power.
