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Liz Truss

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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Timeline

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

Resignation of UK Prime Minister Liz Truss

British Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned just six weeks after taking office. Her tenure was tumultuous, marked by the death of Queen Elizabeth II and a controversial tax cut plan that caused chaos in financial markets.

Jeremy Hunt reverses the tax plan

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

Mordaunt stands in for Truss at parliament

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

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.

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.

Liz Truss resigns

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

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.

Liz Truss Announces Resignation

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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