Former health secretary Sajid Javid has announced he will be stepping down as a Member of parliament.
He said his decision was "accelerated" by the fact MPs have been asked to clarify their intentions for contending the next nationwide poll at such an "early stage". He added that he had "wrestled" with the big decision for "some time" and was proud of the work he did in Parliament and government.
In a tweet, he wrote: "After much reflection I have decided that I will not be standing again at the next General Election. Serving as the Member of Parliament for Bromsgrove remains an incredible privilege, and I will continue to support the government and the causes I believe in."
