MP DEREK Twigg has replaced a junior defence minister Tom Watson after Watson signed a letter urging Tony Blair to step down.
Mr Twigg, the member of parliament for Halton, was appointed by Mr Blair today (Wednesday).
Mr Watson was one of two junior ministers who resigned after signing the round robin.
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