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  • May said she will not stand for re-election, ending a 27-year career in parliament marked by a tumultuous spell leading the UK as it tore itself apart over Brexit
  • May became PM in 2016 after then-leader David Cameron resigned in the wake of Britain’s shock vote to leave the EU. Since leaving office, she has remained an MP

Conservative government had promised to clamp down on supply of cheap labour from Europe, but now there is a shortfall of people in some sectors.

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Former PM Boris Johnson ranked third but could soon overtake May, having taken in over £1 million since stepping down; two Labour MPs are among the top 20 earners.

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New British prime minister Liz Truss is known for making bold fashion choices. Whether appearing to copy Michelle Obama or Margaret Thatcher, some observers say her style played a part in her victory.

Liz Truss to take power as Britain seeks to redefine its relationship with China, European Union and other trading partners amid an economic crisis at home.

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Almost half of those surveyed think the prime minister did a poor job in Downing Street, putting him below predecessors Theresa May and David Cameron.

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The line, from Arnold Schwarzenegger’s character in the 1991 film Terminator 2: Judgment Day, and translated as ‘see you later’, prompted applause and jeers.

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Penny Mordaunt, the bookmaker’s favourite to replace Boris Johnson, has 4 beloved Burmese cats – and it could get crowded if she becomes prime minister.

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Among the possible candidates are 9 who could be in the frame to replace the beleaguered PM after he stands down, though not all have expressed an interest.

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Meeting a royal can be a daunting task, so it’s no wonder a lot of celebrities (and even royals themselves) struggle to nail a composed and discreet bob

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Concerns about alleged espionage by Chinese firms and human rights abuses have given rise to demands for complete rethink of UK’s position.

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Carrie Lam’s comparison of the social unrest in the two cities is off the mark, but should not stop her from learning a lesson from the past: policing by water cannon does not work.

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In his closing speech to his party’s annual conference, the British prime minister said the plans would address the contentious issue of how to keep open Britain’s border with Ireland.

Boris Johnson raised the prospect of a snap election after he suffered a major parliamentary defeat over his Brexit strategy that could delay Britain’s exit from the European Union.