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UK election called for 4 July – what happens next?

On a rainy afternoon in London, an increasingly damp Rishi Sunak confirmed what many had been speculating for most of the day in a speech outside 10 Downing Street – that the UK is heading for an election earlier than anticipated. Here’s what to expect in the weeks ahead.

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Keir Starmer accuses SNP of 'gesture politics' and likens them to Tories

KEIR Starmer has accused the SNP of “gesture politics” and likened them to the Tories...

The National (Scotland)

Watch: Rishi Sunak launches Conservative general election campaign

Rishi Sunak launched the Conservative Party's general election campaign in London on Wednesday, 22 May.

The Independent UK

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Cringing in the rain: soggy Rish! kickstarts his farewell tour

‘My plan is working,’ mumbled the PM, his suit drenched, his speech in rags, as Steve Bray cranked up the D:Ream

The Guardian - UK

Rishi Sunak’s election call means he thought the worst was yet to come

The polls show no sign of narrowing and insiders believe an IMF warning of a £30bn hole in the finances was weighing heavy

The Guardian - UK

Why has the UK PM called a general election, what’s at stake and what happens now?

Rishi Sunak has kicked off a six-week campaign that could see his Conservative party ejected from power after 14 years

The Guardian - UK

Why has Rishi Sunak picked July 4 for the next General Election?

RISHI Sunak’s announcement of a July 4 election date places the election right at the height of summer.

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Rain-soaked Sunak Makes UK Election Gamble

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emerged from 10 Downing Street into the grey English drizzle late on Wednesday afternoon and finally announced what Britons have long wanted to know.

International Business Times

A humiliating election speech, with little to offer. Sunak’s USP was competence – what of that now?

The PM has gone for the bad choice because he knows things will get even worse, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

The Guardian - UK

Unionist parties announce plans to oust SNP as General Election set for July 4

THE SCOTTISH Tories have vowed to “take the fight to the SNP" after Rishi Sunak announced that the next General Election will be on July 4.

The National (Scotland)

Rishi Sunak drowned out by protesters playing 'Things Can Only Get Better' as he announces snap election

One Liberal Democrat source joked ‘things will only get wetter’ as the Prime Minister was drenched outside Downing Street

Evening Standard

The Guardian view on the general election: countdown to a reckoning that is overdue

Editorial: The prime minister has run out of road and is left defending a thin legacy against the prospect of regime change

The Guardian - UK

Polling guru John Curtice’s general election prediction for ‘brave or foolhardy’ Rishi Sunak

Polling guru John Curtice gives his views on Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer’s chances in the general election on 4 July

The Independent UK

Things can only get better? For Sunak and the UK economy, this might be as good as it gets

Economies decide elections but with growth tentative, inflation sticky, and tax cuts unlikely, why would the PM wait

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John Swinney accuses Downing Street of ‘contempt for Scots' over election date

THE First Minister has accused Downing Street of showing “contempt” for the Scottish people over the choice of date for the next General…

The National (Scotland)

Rishi Sunak gave 'gift to SNP' with timing of General Election, pollster says

RISHI Sunak has handed a “gift to the SNP” with the timing of the General Election, a pollster has said ...

Evening Standard

Rishi Sunak's summer election gamble: why is he going for July 4?

Summer rather than autumn points to damage limitation with Tories still far behind in the polls

The Independent UK

Can I still vote in the July general election if I am on holiday?

Rishi Sunak has called a summer election - but many people will be jetting off on their holidays by then

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Police ban man behind viral 'Things Can Only Get Better' moment from Parliament

As Rishi Sunak made his speech - in the pouring rain - Steve Bray could be heard blaring the 1993 hit.

The Independent UK

A UK election has been called for the first time in five years. Here’s what you need to know

On July 4, the United Kingdom will hold its first election in five years in a country reeling from the cost-of-living crisis, the fallout from Israel-Hamas conflict and deep divisions over how to deal with migrants and asylum seekers crossing the English Channel from Europe on small inflatable boats

International Business Times

UK General Election: What Happens Next?

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called a general election for July 4, teeing up a battle between his ruling Conservatives and the main opposition Labour party.

The Independent UK

Rishi Sunak’s speech in full as prime minister announces a general election for July

Rishi Sunak has called a surprise general election for July 4

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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Calls For Early Election

British PM Rishi Sunak calls early election on July 4th, facing tough challenge from Labour Party. Election outcome to shape UK's political future.

The Independent UK

Ask John Rentoul anything as Rishi Sunak calls July 4 snap election

After months of speculation we now know when the UK will head to the polls. The Independent’s chief political commentator John Rentoul is here to answer all your election questions

The National (Scotland)

The reason why General Elections are held on Thursdays in the UK

Prime Minster Rishi Sunak has announced that the UK’s next General Election will take place on Thursday, July 4 ...

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