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Why running Britain is so hard, no matter who does it

In the past 10 years, six people have had the job of running the United Kingdom. All failed to turn the country around. Good luck Wes, Andy, or Angela — you’re going to need it.

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Why running Britain is so hard, no matter who does itIn the past 10 years, six people have had the job of running the United Kingdom. All failed to turn the country around. Good luck Wes, Andy, or Angela — you’re going to need it.
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