Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces date for General Election

"The choice is now between me or Sir Keir Starmer"

Chris Brayford
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"Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future."
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"Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future."

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has confirmed there will be a snap General Election in the Summer after a day rife with speculation regarding the announcement. Despite delays due to the weather, the Prime...

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