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Rishi Sunak to become UK Prime Minister today

Rishi Sunak will today be crowned UK Prime Minister after he became the only candidate in the Conservative Leadership race to get the backing of over 100 MPs. He becomes the first British Asian prime minister and at 42, he will be the youngest to hold...

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06.15 25 Oct 2022


Rishi Sunak to become UK Prime Minister today


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06.15 25 Oct 2022


Rishi Sunak will today be crowned UK Prime Minister after he became the only candidate in the Conservative Leadership race to get the backing of over 100 MPs.

He becomes the first British Asian prime minister and at 42, he will be the youngest to hold the role since 1783.

Lauren McEvatt Former Conservative government Special Adviser spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.


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