Downing Street has been making headlines recently due to a series of political events in the United Kingdom. The government faced turmoil over the Rwanda immigration bill, resulting in the resignation of Housing Minister Robert Jenrick and sparking speculation about a potential leadership challenge for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Additionally, Sunak canceled a meeting with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis after a public disagreement over the return of the Elgin Marbles to Athens. The UK government's cabinet reshuffle also drew attention for the lack of diversity in top positions, with privately-educated men now holding the four great offices of state.
Downing Street is a street in central London known for housing the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Located off Whitehall, near the Houses of Parliament, Downing Street has been the official residence of British Prime Ministers since the early 18th century. The most famous address on Downing Street is 10 Downing Street, which serves as the Prime Minister's residence and office. The street has become synonymous with the UK government and is often used as a metonym for the Prime Minister and their administration.
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