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Liz Truss

British politician and former Prime Minister

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British politician and former Prime Minister

Mary Elizabeth Truss, a British politician, served briefly as Prime Minister in 2022. She held various Cabinet positions and was the MP for South West Norfolk since 2010. Truss studied at Oxford, worked in different sectors, and co-founded the Free Enterprise Group. She supported Brexit and held roles in education, environment, justice, and foreign affairs. Truss resigned as Prime Minister after a short tenure due to government crisis.

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1975

Birth of Liz Truss

Liz Truss was born in 1975.

1975-07-26

Liz Truss Born

Liz Truss, a British politician, was born in Oxford, England on July 26, 1975. She later became the leader of the Conservative Party and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in September 2022.

1977

Truss and her family moved to Warsaw

In 1977, Liz Truss and her parents relocated to Warsaw.

1985

Truss's family moved to Leeds

In 1985, Liz Truss's family moved to Leeds where she attended Roundhay School.

1993-09

Truss began her studies at Merton College, Oxford

In September 1993, Liz Truss started her studies at Merton College, Oxford, majoring in philosophy, politics, and economics.

1994

Liz Truss Supports Abolishing the British Monarchy

At the Liberal Democrats' 1994 party conference, Liz Truss supported a motion calling for abolishing the British monarchy. She expressed the belief that people are not born to rule.

1996

Truss joined the Conservative Party

By 1996, Liz Truss had switched her political allegiance and became a member of the Conservative Party.

1997

Liz Truss Meets Future Husband Hugh O'Leary

In 1997, Liz Truss met Hugh O'Leary, who would later become her husband, at a Conservative Party convention. They got married in 2000 and have two daughters.

2000

Truss was employed by Cable & Wireless

In 2000, Liz Truss started working at Cable & Wireless and eventually became the economic director before leaving in 2005.

2001

Liz Truss Enters Parliamentary Politics

In 2001, at the age of 25, Liz Truss entered parliamentary politics by running for the seat representing Hemsworth in West Yorkshire, although unsuccessfully.

2005-01

Calder Valley Election Loss

In January 2005, Liz Truss narrowly lost the election for the Calder Valley constituency to the Labour incumbent after an active Conservative campaign.

2009-10

Selection for South West Norfolk

In October 2009, Liz Truss was selected as the Conservative candidate for the South West Norfolk constituency, winning over 50 per cent of the vote in the final round against 5 other candidates.

2010

Election as MP

In the 2010 general election, Liz Truss was elected as an MP, campaigning for various issues in her constituency and co-founding the Free Enterprise Group.

2011-10

Co-founding Free Enterprise Group

In October 2011, Liz Truss co-founded the Free Enterprise Group, advocating for policies such as a reduction in the top rate of tax and the introduction of a carbon tax.

2012-09

Publication of Britannia Unchained

In September 2012, Liz Truss and other authors published Britannia Unchained, which stirred controversy by claiming that the British are among the worst idlers in the world.

2017-06

Truss Demoted from Justice Secretary to Chief Secretary to the Treasury

In June 2017, following the general election, Liz Truss was demoted by Theresa May from justice secretary to chief secretary to the Treasury. Truss expressed her discontent with the demotion, feeling it was unfair.

2018-06

Truss Criticizes Government Regulations and Colleagues

In June 2018, Liz Truss delivered a speech criticizing government rules and regulations that hindered consumer choices. She also took a jab at colleagues, including the defense secretary, for demanding more money.

2019-05-24

Truss Rules Herself Out of Conservative Leadership Race

On May 24, 2019, Liz Truss decided not to stand for the Conservative Party leadership after seeking opinions from colleagues. She endorsed Boris Johnson following Theresa May's resignation.

2019-10-17

Motion of no confidence submitted against Liz Truss

Members of Liz Truss's own party submitted a motion of no confidence in her leadership, urging her to step down from her position.

2021-09-06

Truss appoints new ministers

On September 6, Liz Truss made her first appointments as she entered No 10, naming Kwasi Kwarteng the new chancellor and Therese Coffey as health secretary and deputy prime minister.

2021-10-15

Fracking site renamed 'Liz Truss career memorial'

A Blackpool fracking site was temporarily renamed on Google Maps as the 'Liz Truss Career Memorial' in a satirical jab at the Prime Minister. The site garnered mocking reviews during this period.

2021-10-19

Liz Truss's Defiant Statement

On October 19, Liz Truss made a statement declaring herself as a fighter and not a quitter amidst reports of losing control of her government. This statement showcased her determination and resolve in the face of challenges.

2022-02-10

Meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov

Truss met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow, which was described as a 'disaster' due to communication difficulties.

2022-02-15

Statement on World on the Brink of War in Europe

Truss stated that the world was on the 'brink of war in Europe', just five days before Russia invaded Ukraine.

2022-07-10

Liz Truss Launches Conservative Leadership Bid

Liz Truss officially launched her bid to succeed Boris Johnson on July 10, 2022, marking the beginning of her journey towards becoming the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

2022-09-05

Liz Truss Wins Conservative Leadership Election

On 5 September 2022, it was announced that Liz Truss had won the Conservative leadership election. She became prime minister the next day. During his farewell speech outside 10 Downing Street on 6 September 2022 Johnson referred to the Roman statesman Cincinnatus.

2022-09-05

Truss Becomes Leader of Conservative Party

In the membership vote, Truss received 57% of the ballots, making her the new leader of the Conservative Party.

2022-09-06

Liz Truss appointed as PM by Queen

In a departure from tradition, Liz Truss was appointed as the Prime Minister by the Queen at Balmoral instead of the usual location, Buckingham Palace.

2022-09-07

Liz Truss appoints new cabinet

On September 7, shortly after becoming prime minister, Liz Truss reshuffled the cabinet with 15 new appointments. The reshuffle aimed to bring fresh faces into top government positions.

2022-09-08

Queen Elizabeth's Death

Queen Elizabeth passed away at the age of 96, just two days after Liz Truss was appointed as the prime minister. This event thrust Truss into the international spotlight.

2022-09-09

Meeting between King Charles and Ms Truss

King Charles meets with Ms Truss for his first in-person audience as the new monarch at Buckingham Palace.

2022-09-23

Truss's chancellor announces mini-budget

Liz Truss's chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng, announced significant tax cuts worth £45bn without consulting the Office for Budget Responsibility, leading to economic instability.

2022-09-29

Truss defends economic plan amid market criticism

Liz Truss defended her economic plan despite negative reactions from financial markets. She emphasized her willingness to make tough decisions for economic growth amidst challenging global economic conditions.

2022-10-03

Abandoning the Plan to Abolish 45p Tax Rate

On October 3, 2022, Liz Truss and Mr. Kwarteng made a sudden U-turn by deciding to abandon their proposal to eliminate the 45p tax rate for high-income earners, contradicting the Prime Minister's previous statement of unwavering support.

2022-10-05

Liz Truss's First Conference Speech as Party Leader

Liz Truss delivered her first conference speech as the leader of the Conservative Party, expressing her determination to guide the country through challenges and propel Britain forward.

2022-10-08

Liz Truss announces energy support package

Liz Truss announced plans to freeze energy bills at an average of £2,500 a year for two years, which raised questions about the distribution of support among different households.

2022-10-10

Ms Truss delivers first Tory Party conference speech as leader

Ms Truss delivers her first speech at the Tory Party conference after becoming the leader. She pledges to guide the party through challenging times.

2022-10-12

King Charles greets Liz Truss with 'dear, oh dear'

King Charles III greeted Prime Minister Liz Truss at Buckingham Palace with a sarcastic remark 'Back again? Dear, oh dear' during their weekly meeting, which was caught on camera.

2022-10-13

Liz Truss's First Audience with King Charles III

Liz Truss had her first audience with King Charles III, where an awkward interaction was captured in a video shared on Twitter. Truss curtsied before shaking hands with the monarch and addressed him as 'Your Majesty.'

2022-10-14

Liz Truss replaces Chancellor of the Exchequer

On October 14, Liz Truss replaced Chancellor of the Exchequer Kwasi Kwarteng with former foreign secretary Jeremy Hunt, leading to a significant shift in economic policies.

2022-10-16

Calls for Ms Truss’s resignation

On October 16, 2022, there were calls for Ms Truss to resign from her position.

2022-10-17

Jeremy Hunt reverses the tax plan

On October 17, 2022, the new Chancellor Jeremy Hunt reversed the tax plan that was previously in place.

2022-10-18

Mordaunt stands in for Truss at parliament

On October 18, Penny Mordaunt stood in for Liz Truss at the parliament session.

2022-10-19

Interior Minister Suella Braverman Resigns

On October 19, Suella Braverman, Truss's interior minister, resigned after breaking rules by sending an official document from her personal email account. She criticized Truss in her resignation letter, expressing concerns about the government's direction.

2022-10-20

Liz Truss resigns as Prime Minister

Facing pressure and criticism, Liz Truss announced her resignation as Prime Minister with 15 MPs publicly calling for her to step down.

2022-10-21

Liz Truss resigns

Liz Truss resigns from her position following Suella Braverman's resignation. The events unfold rapidly within 24 hours of each other.

2022-10-25

Liz Truss Resigns as Prime Minister

Liz Truss's tenure as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom ended on October 25, 2022, just 50 days after she took office, following her resignation. She served simultaneously as First Lord of the Treasury, Minister for the Civil Service, and Minister for the Union during her brief term.

2022-11-01

Liz Truss Announces Resignation

U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss resigns from her position just 45 days into her premiership.

2023-09-05

Liz Truss Wins Tory Leadership Contest

Liz Truss emerges victorious in the Tory leadership contest, securing the most votes from party members. She pledges a bold plan to cut taxes, boost the economy, and address the energy crisis.

2023-09-06

Liz Truss Becomes Prime Minister

Following an invitation from the Queen at Balmoral, Liz Truss assumes the role of Prime Minister. In her inaugural speech at 10 Downing Street, she expresses honor at leading the country during a crucial period.

2023-09-19

Liz Truss Defends Record as Prime Minister

Liz Truss defends her brief tenure as Prime Minister, emphasizing her efforts to set a new direction for Britain during her 44-day spell in office. Despite facing criticism for her tax-cutting plans and a disastrous mini-budget, Truss remains resolute in her defense.

2023-09-23

Kwarteng announces controversial mini-budget

Kwarteng announced a mini-budget that proposed significant tax cuts and the abolishment of certain taxes, aiming to stimulate growth. The package received negative feedback from financial markets and various political figures.

2023-10-03

Truss instructs Kwarteng to reverse tax decision

Truss instructed Kwarteng to reverse the abolition of the 45 per cent income tax additional rate, leading to further instability in the government.

2023-10-14

Jeremy Hunt replaces Kwarteng

Jeremy Hunt replaced Kwarteng after Truss dismissed him, and proceeded to reverse many policies announced in the mini-budget, causing more instability.

2023-10-20

Truss resigns as Prime Minister

Truss resigned as the leader of the Conservative Party and Prime Minister due to her inability to deliver on the mandate she was elected for, citing economic instability and international threats.

2023-10-24

Sunak succeeds Truss as Conservative Party leader

Sunak succeeded Truss as the leader of the Conservative Party and subsequently became the new Prime Minister, reversing many economic measures implemented by Truss.

2024-02

Truss co-launches Popular Conservatism group

Truss co-launched the Popular Conservatism group with other political figures, aiming to promote their political ideology.

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