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Kemi's Chaotic PMQs Linked to OBR Resignation Crisis

12/4/2025

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  • Kemi's PMQs remarks linked Richard Hughes's resignation from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) to dark forces.
  • It was revealed that Hughes left due to significant failures within the OBR.
  • Kemi criticized the government as her party faced record-low polling and internal dissent.
  • James Murray, chief secretary to the Treasury, said the chancellor approved the OBR's forecasts, contradicting Kemi's narrative.
  • Overall, observers described Kemi's performance as chaotic and ineffective.