Kwasi Kwarteng Announces Departure from Parliament at Next Election
The former chancellor's decision follows a tumultuous term marked by economic turmoil under Liz Truss's short-lived government.
- Kwasi Kwarteng, former chancellor under Liz Truss, will not seek re-election as MP for Spelthorne.
- His tenure as chancellor was marred by a 'mini-budget' that led to economic instability and his subsequent dismissal.
- Kwarteng's departure is part of a broader trend of Conservative MPs stepping down ahead of the next general election.
- Despite the controversy, Kwarteng has been involved in various roles within Conservative governments since 2015.
- Liz Truss continues to promote her economic agenda through the new Popular Conservatism group.