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The Liz Truss Memoir
Today, we look at new revelations about the former PM’s 49 days in office.
Details from her soon-to-be-released book Ten Years to Save the West include her thoughts of "why me, why now?" when she was told that Queen Elizabeth II had died.
Comedian and Liz Truss impressionist Nerine Skinner brings the words to life.
Laura and Paddy also discuss Labour’s strategy around allegations that the party’s deputy leader Angela Rayner broke electoral law. She denies any wrongdoing.
You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.