Lib Dem Treasury spokesman Maynard quits in bid to oust Davey

Liberal Democrat Treasury spokesman Charlie Maynard, MP for Witney, resigned on 9 October 2026 in a bid to oust leader Ed Davey. The Guardian reports the move followed months of frustration that the party was failing to cut through with voters. Deputy leader Daisy Cooper said Davey has the support of the vast majority of MPs.