In the end it was neither, because Mr Burnham chose a man who would fall into line and execute his wishes rather than challenging them for personal or ideological reasons. Mr Healey, who resigned as defence secretary in June, is not someone who is likely to stand in his way. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementHow the markets react to Mr Healey's appointment on Tuesday morning will set the tone for the early part of Mr Burnham's premiership. The very fact that Mr Healey is not Ed Miliband might be enough to ensure that. Louise Haigh was another surprise choice as Andy Burnham announced his Cabinet on Monday - GettyNor is there any room for Starmer loyalists in Mr Burnham's first Cabinet.