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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Martin Belam

UK crisis: a beginner’s guide to the political turmoil as Liz Truss quits

The front page of the London-based Evening Standard announces the resignation of  Liz Truss
Truss’s seven weeks in power have left the country with higher mortgages and a weaker currency. Photograph: Leon Neal/Getty Images

The UK is heading for its third prime minister in eight weeks. In the 45 days that Liz Truss has been in power, the country has been rocked by the death of Queen Elizabeth II and suffered an economic crisis exacerbated by the PM’s first moves, with a series of senior ministers appointed then sacked. If you have been watching UK politics only distantly, here is a catch-up on what has been happening.

Why did Liz Truss resign after only 45 days?

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