Johnson to Truss – the transition of power in pictures

The handover of power from Boris Johnson to Liz Truss has taken place and Britain has a new prime minister.

The handover of power from Boris Johnson to Liz Truss has taken place and Britain has a new prime minister.

The day began with Mr Johnson delivering a farewell speech in Downing Street, before travelling to Balmoral to see the Queen and formally resign.

Liz Truss was then appointed prime minister by Her Majesty before returning to Westminster to address the nation and appoint her cabinet.

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This is their day in pictures.