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Spectator summer party 2023, in pictures

It’s 75 years today since the NHS was founded. So what better way for Westminster’s elite to mark the occasion than by knocking back a glass or four at The Spectator’s summer shindig? Last year’s event coincided with Boris Johnson’s resignation and the subsequent leadership contest. Tonight saw something of a reunion for the two main protagonists in that drama, with both Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss in attendance at 22 Old Queen Street. James Cleverly, Wes Streeting, Michael Gove and Lindsay Hoyle were among those enjoying the Pol Roger and political gossip, as Mr S mingled with SW1’s finest to hear all their secrets. Below are a selection of images from the event, courtesy of Jamie Lorriman:

Grayson Perry, Susie and James Cleverly
Grant Shapps
Amol Rajan and Kemi Badenoch
Liz Truss and Lindsay Hoyle
James and Susie Cleverly
Rishi Sunak and Katy Balls
Beth Rigby, Grant Tucker and Mary Killen
Mercy Muroki and Georgia Toffolo
Oliver Dowden, Andrew Rawnsley and David Davis
Andrew Rawnsley, Katy Balls, Henry Newman and Jon Ashworth
Matt Hancock and Gina Coladangelo
Christopher Hope, Suella Braverman and Ethan Croft
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