Liz Truss confirms tax cuts for the rich were ‘Kwarteng’s decision’

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Liz Truss confirms tax cuts for the rich were ‘Kwarteng’s decision’
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Liz Truss has admitted she ‘should have laid the ground better’ before the mini-budget sparked a market meltdown.

says the decision to slash the top rate of tax for Britain’s wealthiest people was not discussed with her cabinet – pointing the finger of blame instead at her Chancellor.

It is the first time she has admitted mistakes were made in the statement last week, having steadfastly defended it previously despite financial chaos. Asked if she discussed the controversial move with the whole Cabinet, the Prime Minister told Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg: ‘No, no we didn’t. It was a decision the Chancellor made.’

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