Another Tory leadership contest – and a critical 24 hours
A critical 24 hours after a tumultuous week in politics. Laura Kuenssberg talks to key players on who will be the next leader and Prime Minister.
Laura Kuenssberg asks has there ever been a week in politics like this? A week ago, the new Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt joined her on her Sunday programme after the sacking of Kwasi Kwarteng. On Monday – he ripped up the mini-budget. By Wednesday – the 91Èȱ¬ Secretary, Suella Braverman had stepped down. Less than 24 hours later – Liz Truss was gone. She has become the shortest serving Prime Minister in British history – having been in post for just 45 days. These are extraordinary times. We have now entered an accelerated leadership election. Nominations close at 2pm on Monday – each candidate needs the backing of at least 100 Conservative MPs to be on the ballot.
On Laura's Sunday Programme on 91Èȱ¬ 1 and iPlayer - she's been talking to some key players - including, at the time of recording, the only declared candidate, the Commons leader, Penny Mordaunt. This is 5 Minutes On .. another Tory leadership contest – a critical 24 hours.
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