Who could replace Liz Truss as prime minister?

Liz Truss has resigned as prime minister, leaving office after just 45 days.

Announcing her decision to step down, Ms Truss confirmed there will be another Tory leadership election, to be completed within the coming week.

But who could become the new prime minister?

Rishi Sunak remains the bookmaker’s favourite, followed by Penny Mordaunt, because of their vow to control inflation.

Defence secretary Ben Wallace is another possible contender, while the chances of Boris Johnson getting back into Downing Street are still low.

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