Hammond uk finance minister to resign over mays spending

You're likely referring to Philip Hammond, the former Chancellor of the Exchequer (Finance Minister) of the United Kingdom, who resigned from his position on July 24, 2019.

Hammond's resignation came after Theresa May, the then-Prime Minister, announced that she would be stepping down as leader of the Conservative Party and as Prime Minister. Hammond had been a vocal critic of May's approach to Brexit and had clashed with her over the government's spending plans.

In his resignation letter, Hammond expressed his disappointment with the government's decision to abandon its previous commitment to a fiscal surplus and instead adopt a more expansionary fiscal policy. He also criticized the government's handling of the Brexit process, saying that it had created uncertainty and instability for the economy.

Hammond's resignation was seen as a significant blow to May's government, which was already facing challenges over Brexit and the leadership contest to replace May as Prime Minister. His departure also marked the end of an era for the Conservative Party, as he was one of the longest-serving members of May's cabinet.

After his resignation, Hammond was replaced as Chancellor of the Exchequer by Sajid Javid, who went on to play a key role in the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.