Rishi Sunak has accused “the forces that be” of trying to secure a coronation for his Tory leadership rival Liz Truss, in a clear sign that he believes Boris Johnson is plotting to block his bid to reach 10 Downing Street.
The former chancellor refused to name those he suspects of conspiring against him, but the prime minister has made no secret of his determination not to be succeeded by Sunak, whose resignation triggered the process leading to Mr Johnson’s demise as prime minister.
