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As his Conservative Party struggles to heal divisive wounds from months of infighting, Sunak must deal with high inflation levels, elevated energy prices and a soaring cost of living.

The King was 'graciously pleased to accept' her resignation which came after just 49 days in office

Activists with Just Stop Oil have graffitied a building housing right-wing think tanks and blocked the road in Westminster. Officers said one person had been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after protesters spray painted 55 Tufton Street in Westminster, an address linked to several influential right-wing organisations. Six protesters…

"There are always limits, more so now than ever. But I promise you this, I will bring that same compassion to the challenges we face today."

New PM vows to ‘fix’ mistakes made by his predecessor

The new Prime Minister did not shy away from criticising his short-lived predecessor as he officially replaced her today

The Independent’s general election campaign continues to attract massive support after the ousting of Liz Truss and the prospect of a Boris Johnson comeback looms

Rishi Sunak was today installed as prime minister, with a promise to restore economic stability and regain trust after the “mistakes” of Liz Truss’s brief time in office.

As the UK welcomes its third Prime Minister in as many months, people have been left shocked after noticing how the lectern changes when each of them makes a speech outside Downing Street