Liz Truss today announced her resignation as Prime Minister after just 44 full days in office.
She is the shortest-serving Prime Minister in British history; taking the record from George Canning, who died in office in 1827.
There are some suprising things that managed to go on for longer than she did....
1. Jedward’s time on X Factor - 7 weeks
The Irish duo made it to the seventh week of the contest. | Getty Images
2. Anne Widdecombe on Strictly - 10 weeks
Despite not being the most brilliant dancer, Anne Widdecombe stayed in the dance contest longer than Liz Truss’ premiership. | Getty Images
3. The Tory leadership contest that voted her in - 61 days
It took longer to name Liz Truss as PM than her time in office. Photo: Pool
4. Pumpkin spice latte season - 68 days
Starbucks serves up the much-loved Autumn drink for 24 days longer. | Image: Zoe via Unsplash
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