Kwasi Kwarteng U-turns on U-turn over date of fiscal plan

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October 04, 2022 View in browser Kwasi Kwarteng U-turns on U-turn over date of fiscal plan   Andrew Woodcock Government economic policy was today plunged deeper into chaos after Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng U-turned on a plan to calm markets by bringing forward a crucial statement by the chancellor. The media was briefed late on Monday that Kwarteng's medium-term fiscal plan would take place earlier than the planned date of 23 November, after warnings from MPs that the seven-week delay would fuel market jitters and could lead to a higher rise in interest rates.   Read the full story OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE > Liz Truss news – live: PM has just 10 days to save her job, senior Tory warns > Kwasi Kwarteng blames 'pressure' of Queen's death for botched mini-budget > Truss says she 'absolutely' trusts Kwarteng after display of public unity OTHER NEWSLETTERS YOU MIGHT LIKE Health Check Every Thursday, 7am (UK time) Written by Rebecca Thomas Join now The Race Report Fortnightly, 7am (UK time) Written by Nadine White Join now If you can spare a minute we'd love your feedback on our newsletters. Join the conversation or follow us Please do not reply directly to this email You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter. Add us to your safe list of senders.   If you do not want to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter, please unsubscribe.   If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 2 Derry Street, London W8 5HF. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our privacy notice and cookie policy.