New Book Exposes Shocking Policy Missteps During Liz Truss’ Short-Lived Premiership

In the wake of Liz Truss‘ brief and turbulent tenure as Prime Minister, new revelations have emerged, shedding light on economic missteps and controversial policy considerations that continue to keep her in the public eye.

Truss, who served as Prime Minister for just 49 days in 2022, is again under scrutiny following the release of Anthony Seldon‘s new book, “Truss at 10: How Not to Be a Prime Minister.” The book, which is highly critical of her leadership, reveals shocking policy considerations, including the potential scrapping of NHS cancer treatments in response to the economic fallout from her disastrous mini-budget.

The mini-budget, crafted by Truss and her Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng, aimed to boost economic growth through significant tax cuts. However, it triggered a sharp decline in the pound’s value, forcing the Bank of England to intervene. The ensuing economic chaos led to discussions within Truss‘ team about severe spending cuts, including the drastic and unthinkable option of halting NHS cancer treatments to balance the budget.

These revelations have reignited public and political outrage, with many expressing disbelief over considering such extreme measures. Social media platforms have been flooded with reactions ranging from outrage to satire, with users criticizing the decision-making processes during her brief premiership.

Adding to her troubles, Truss recently faced public embarrassment when a political campaign group Led by Donkeys unfurled a banner behind her during a speech. The banner featured an image of lettuce with the text “I crashed the economy,” referencing a previous media stunt where lettuce outlasted her time in office. This incident highlights the lasting damage to her public image.

The book also uncovers other controversial decisions during Truss‘ time in office, such as an energy deal that could have cost taxpayers an additional £30 billion, a disaster averted only due to opposition from Kwarteng. These insights have further tarnished Truss‘ political reputation and sparked renewed discussions about the direction of the Conservative Party and its leadership.