The British Museum director was the subject of a clash between George Osborne and No 10

George Osborne clashes with No 10 after demand Rishi Sunak chooses British Museum director. Former chancellor rejects Downing Street’s request saying it threatens the independence of the institution. Sunak is chairman of the museum, who is also a former chancellor. Downing Street's request was rejected by Sunak, who said it threatens museum's independence.

George Osborne clashed with No 10 over selection of British Museum director. Museum chair rejected demand that Rishi Sunak be able to pick candidate from shortlist of two. No 10 insists Sunak can choose from two candidates from two shortlists. George Osborne: 'No 10 wants to make sure that Sunak doesn't have to pick from list of two'