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Lib Dem Treasury Spokesman Charlie Maynard Resigns

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Charlie Maynard, the Liberal Democrats' Treasury spokesman, has resigned from his frontbench role, reportedly as part of a challenge to Sir Ed Davey's leadership. The move is being closely watched in Westminster, where it suggests unrest within the party's ranks about Davey's position and direction.

Why now: A frontbench resignation framed as a leadership challenge is rare in a party that has largely stayed united under Ed Davey.

Charlie MaynardEd DaveyLiberal Democrats

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• LibDem Treasury Spokesman Resigns in Davey Leadership Challenge · Guido Fawkes

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