British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday called for a surprise snap election on July 4. The Conservative Party member, who has never won an election as leader, made the announcement outside 10 Downing Street. The poll comes against a backdrop of a cost-of-living crisis and deep divisions over how to deal with migrants and asylum seekers who risk crossing the English Channel from Europe.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. (file image)
british prime minister Rishi Sunak Something unexpected happened on Wednesday. snap general election July 4th. The Conservative Party member, who has never won an election as leader, made the announcement outside 10 Downing Street. The poll comes against a backdrop of a cost-of-living crisis and deep divisions over how to deal with migrants and asylum seekers who risk crossing the English Channel from Europe.
“Now is the time for Britain to choose its future,” Mr Sunak said in a statement. He also spoke about the party’s plans to support businesses through the coronavirus pandemic. “The general election will be held on July 4th.”
Sunak’s announcement was unexpected. He enters the election trailing the opposition Labor Party in most opinion polls. He also faces opposition from some within his own party.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s announcement came on the day official figures showed Britain’s inflation rate had fallen sharply to 2.3%, the lowest level in nearly three years. April’s drop marked the biggest progress yet on five pledges Sunak made in January 2023, including halving inflation from more than 11% at the end of 2022. Sunak hailed the new figures as evidence his plan is working.
“Today marks a critical moment for our economy as inflation returns to normal. Brighter days lie ahead, but only if we stick to our plans to improve economic security and opportunity for everyone. Masu.”
Overall, Sunak sees some positive effects from his economic policies and flagship Rwandan immigration plan. With England also playing the Euros during this period, it may be the best time for the British Prime Minister to take a chance.
British voters will choose all 650 members of the House of Commons for up to five-year terms. The party with a majority in the House of Representatives, either alone or in coalition, will form the next government. That leader will become the new prime minister.
