Su Lin Wong: Where does that leave Britain internationally? What will the market say to all this? Well, internationally, Britain looks like an outlier. The voice of international fiscal orthodoxy doesn't get what Britain is doing and thinks it's not sensible. And in any case, as you say, Liz Truss's credibility is shot here. Su Lin Wong: Her choices are very, very limited. She had a meeting last night with Backbench, Tory MPs. The mood was self-service.
Paroxysms in the market for gilts—British-government bonds that were once safe-haven assets—reveal just how wounded the new government’s plans have left it. Cuba is experiencing the worst economic crisis in decades, and those who are not protesting are heading for the door. And making the case to let your lawn go wild.
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