UK’S SUNAK SAYS STANDING TO BE PM

Sun 23 October 2022:

In his second attempt to lead the UK as it struggles with numerous crises, British Conservative Rishi Sunak declared on Sunday that he is running to succeed outgoing Prime Minister Liz Truss.

“The United Kingdom is a great country but we face a profound economic crisis,” he tweeted confirming his widely-expected candidacy, adding: “I want to fix our economy, unite our party and deliver for our country”.

“That’s why I am standing to be leader of the Conservative Party and your next prime minister.”

After losing a nationwide election held by Conservative party members, Sunak was defeated by Truss in the race to succeed Boris Johnson in September.

Prior to making his announcement on Sunday, Sunak had already received more support from Conservative lawmakers than his competitors, Johnson and former defense minister Penny Mordaunt.

In July, Sunak left Johnson’s administration, which helped spark a rebellion that forced Johnson to relent.

“There will be integrity, professionalism and accountability at every level of the government I lead and I will work day in and day out to get the job done,” he said in a statement.

“I am asking you for the opportunity to help fix our problems.”

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