Published 12 days ago

Rishi Sunak struggling to smother frenzy of election rumours

The potential loss of 500+ seats and mayors in West Midlands and Teeside could lead to panic in Rishi Sunak's party, possibly prompting a vote of confidence.
Sunak is considering a summer election due to unpredictability in upcoming local elections, however, an early election has been rumored amid pressure from the Labour Party.
Speculation arises whether Sunak will opt for a general election over facing efforts to oust him from his party.

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The Guardian

Rishi Sunak struggling to smother frenzy of election rumours

Speculation PM could call election to forestall possible leadership challenge has its own momentum despite No 10 dismissalsIn a sign of how febrile the atmosphere in Westminster is just now, there were wild rumours flying around on Friday that Rishi Sunak was planning to finally call an election straight after the weekend.The fact that this particular theory appears to have begun with Labour party speculation that the prime minister could announ…

12 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Independent

Why Rishi Sunak’s rare good week won’t save him

With his plans to raise defence spending and put an end to Britain's 'sick-note culture' – coupled with the embattled Rwanda scheme finally becoming law – the PM has drawn genuine dividing lines with Labour. Some wavering Tory supporters may be won over, says Andrew Grice, but the general election is still as good as lost

12 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Telegraph

Rishi Sunak throws red meat to Tory Right as local elections loom

Showing off his inner Thatcher could help PM ride out whatever comes after the massive losses expected in Thursday’s vote

12 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Sky News UK

Rishi Sunak will feel 'reset week' was job well done - but a horrible reality check awaits

Call it the Rishi Sunak reset week or, to borrow from The Spectator's Katy Balls, the shore-up Sunak week - the prime minister will be going into this weekend feeling the past few days have been a job well done.

13 days ago·United Kingdom

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