The health secretary has said that the cabinet is aware of the 'pressure' on Chancellor Rachel Reeves amid volatile markets and a challenging broader economic picture - but appealed for the public to 'give her time'. Wes Streeting argued that the public 'underestimates' the 'amount of heavy-lifting' Ms Reeves has had to do and will have to continue to do, as he declared 'total confidence' in her leadership in a staunch defence of her handling of the economy. Separately, international development minister Anneliese Dodds, who attends cabinet, told Sky News that Ms Reeves has been 'very clear about the long-term plan for our country' and she herself is 'confident in that long-term plan'. The comments from the two key ministers come after the past week saw a drop in the pound and an increase in government borrowing costs, which has fuelled speculation of more spending cuts or tax rises.