Australian Liberal Party’s first female leader vows to ‘step away completely from public life’ after being ousted
Australian opposition leader quits and will ‘step away completely from public life’
- Angus Taylor has been elected as the new leader of the Australian Liberal Party, replacing Sussan Ley.
- Ms Ley, the party's first female leader, was ousted after serving only nine months, with Mr Taylor winning a ballot 34 votes to 17.
- The leadership change occurs as the conservative party grapples with its 'worst' ever poll numbers and internal divisions, aiming to rebuild its public image.
- Following her defeat, Ms Ley announced her decision to 'step away completely and comprehensively from public life' and resign as an MP, which will trigger a by-election.
- Mr Taylor acknowledged the significant challenges ahead, stating his priorities include restoring the standard of living and opposing the Labor government's tax and spending policies.
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