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The UK leadership race is officially open with RIshi Sunak, Boris Johnson, and Penny Mordaunt being the major contenders. The resignation of Liz Truss following a controversially short tenure has put the political situation in turmoil once again. The Conservative Party will be conducting another internal poll to choose the next leader.
WION brings you all the LIVE updates from the UK politics leadership race.
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Oct 21, 2022 17:20 IST
More opposition to Johnson
Former Conservative party leader Lord William Hague has said it would be a “very very bad idea” for Boris Johnson to return as leader and to become prime minister.
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Oct 21, 2022 16:42 IST
Sajid Javid backs Rishi Sunak
I'm backing @RishiSunak - he has the leadership our country needs, and the values our party needs. pic.twitter.com/DleFVIl9Nf
— Sajid Javid (@sajidjavid) October 21, 2022
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Oct 21, 2022 16:01 IST
Johnson back from vacation
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is now said to be flying back from the Dominican Republic, where he arrived almost two weeks ago with his wife, Carrie, and their children, Wilf and Romy.
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Oct 21, 2022 15:31 IST
Mordaunt's talks with Hunt
According to PA, Mordaunt’s announcement came after she held talks with the chancellor Jeremy Hunt in which she assured him he could stay on in No 11 if she won. Sources close to Mordaunt said she had made clear she would proceed with his budget plan, which is due to be announced on 31 October.
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Oct 21, 2022 14:41 IST
Penny Mordaunt
I’ve been encouraged by support from colleagues who want a fresh start, a united party and leadership in the national interest.
I’m running to be the leader of the Conservative Party and your Prime Minister - to unite our country, deliver our pledges and win the next GE.#PM4PM pic.twitter.com/MM0NTHJ5lH
— Penny Mordaunt (@PennyMordaunt) October 21, 2022
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Oct 21, 2022 14:34 IST
Badenoch unlikely to compete
International trade secretary Kemi Badenoch may not take part in the leadership battle, according to The Telegraph. Badenoch was one of the contenders in the previous leadership race but she may opt out due to her “struggle to get the numbers”.
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Oct 21, 2022 13:55 IST
Opinium poll
A new poll conducted by Opinium shows that 44 per cent of British adults would vote for Sunak, compared with 31 per cent for Johnson. When pitted against Mordaunt, Sunak still holds the lead with 45 per cent.
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Oct 21, 2022 13:36 IST
Bad news for Boris Johnson
According to media reports in the UK, nearly 10-12 MPs can end up submitting their resignations if Boris Johnson is re-elected as the Prime Minister. Johnson was ousted from his position after a rebellion in the Conservative Party.
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Oct 21, 2022 12:53 IST
Labour MP resigns
An MP from Britain's main opposition Labour Party resigned Friday after an independent panel found he had made unwanted sexual advances towards a woman on his staff. The resignation of Chris Matheson, who admitted a "minor breach" in conduct, will trigger a by-election in the city of Chester in northwest England to replace him.
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Oct 21, 2022 12:46 IST
Bookmakers' choice
Rishi Sunak has emerged as the odds-on favourite to become the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. According to bookmakers, Sunak has a 53 per cent chance of clinching the win while Boris Johnson is second with 48 per cent.
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Oct 21, 2022 11:51 IST
Pound falls once again
The pound fell to its lowest this week as the economic crisis continues in the United Kingdom. It fell by 1.16% to 1.110 against the US dollar on Friday.
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Oct 21, 2022 11:43 IST
European Research Group
The European Research Group (ERG) of Tory MPs will convene a full plenary meeting on Monday morning to discuss who it should back in the leadership contest, the Telegraph reported.
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Oct 21, 2022 11:23 IST
Ben Wallace out of leadership race
The defence secretary Ben Wallace has ruled himself out of Conservative leadership race. He said he “leans towards Boris Johnson” because he has a mandate after winning the last election.
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Oct 21, 2022 11:01 IST
Former Education Minister backs Sunak
I believe @RishiSunak is the best person to take the Conservative party and, most importantly, the country forward. He has the talent, integrity, and humility necessary to provide us with a fresh start and a steady hand. I am proud to support him.
— Gavin Williamson (@GavinWilliamson) October 21, 2022
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Oct 21, 2022 10:47 IST
The race is on!
With Liz Truss announcing her resignation on Thursday, the race to become the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom is on. The Conservative Party will be conducting yet another internal election next week and of now, Rishi Sunak, Penny Mordaunt and former PM Boris Johnson are the big names in the race.