In a gradual ascent to the top, former foreign secretary Liz Truss has become the country's next prime minister as she replaces ousted Boris Johnson in a bid to shake things up in No10.
As one of cabinet's longest-serving members, she has enjoyed a colourful tapestry of political allegiances. From anti-Thatcher protests in childhood to anti-monarchy Liberal Democrat loyalties at university - not to mention the pivot from staunchly pro-remain to Brexit backer - the journey to becoming a Tory right-wing favourite is extraordinary.
Truss has vowed to be a disruptive force at the helm of parliament, as she plans to cut taxes and scrutinise longstanding economic policies that she believes are stunting growth amidst growing pressure to tackle the cost of living crisis.
