British PM Calls Snap General Election For July 4th

The Guardian reports:

Rishi Sunak has called a surprise early election for 4 July in a contest that will see Keir Starmer try to take power for Labour after 14 years of Conservative-led government.

The prime minister announced the election will be in the early summer in a high-risk move for the Conservative party as it trails 20 points behind Labour in the polls.

Sunak finally decided to call the date after claiming inflation was back under control and the economy was improving. “I hope that my work since I became prime minister shows that we have a plan and are prepared to take bold action necessary for our country to flourish,” he said.

Read the full article. Polling suggests a bloodbath for Tories.

These uncertain times call for a clear plan and bold action to chart a course to a secure future.

You must choose in this election who has that plan and who is prepared to take that bold action to secure a better future for our country and our children. pic.twitter.com/qlbgmYuGkM

— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) May 22, 2024

Rishi Sunak is expected to announce that a general election will be held on 4 July. Here’s a look at where the political landscape currently lies.

Latest YouGov Westminster voting intention (15-16 May)

Conservative: 20% (+2 from 7-8 May)
Labour: 47% (-1)
Reform UK: 11% (-2)
Lib… pic.twitter.com/scUBHMyJOt

— YouGov (@YouGov) May 22, 2024