Brown's make-or-break reshuffle in full swing

Gordon Brown’s make-or-break reshuffle was in full swing today in the wake of James Purnell’s shock resignation.

The threat to the British Prime Minister appeared to recede after sources confirmed that Alan Johnson had accepted a move from Health Secretary to Home Secretary.

Chancellor Alistair Darling will remain in his post despite speculation that Mr Brown wanted to shift him elsewhere. Sources also indicated that Jack Straw will stay as Justice Secretary.