'I will deliver on the energy crisis': Liz Truss confirmed as new Prime Minister

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From climate and energy to living costs, Liz Truss faces a huge number of challenges as PM | Credit: Ben Stevens CCHQ / Parsons Media
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From climate and energy to living costs, Liz Truss faces a huge number of challenges as PM | Credit: Ben Stevens CCHQ / Parsons Media

BREAKING: Incoming Prime Minister promises to 'govern as a Conservative', as she pledges to tackle people's soaring bills and long term energy supply concerns

Liz Truss has won the Conservative leadership race and will be confirmed as Prime Minister tomorrow, after defeating Rishi Sunak in a vote that proved closer than many experts predicted. Sir Graham...

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