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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.
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