National election

Politics and Bureaucracy

Can Rishi Sunak secure another term as UK prime minister?

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced an early general election at least six months before the end of the current government's term in Britain. After much speculation, on May 22nd, from 10 Downing Street, the announcement was made that the national election would be held on July 4th. But why is Rishi Sunak suddenly calling for an early election? Many had hoped the national election would be held in the fall as scheduled, allowing Prime Minister Sunak to remain in office for two years and providing him with a significant opportunity for economic progress. However, that expectation remains unfulfilled. It is clear that the decision was hanging by a thread.