Rishi Sunak deserves not to be defined by his race – like everyone else
The indifference that most of the public feel about the first Asian prime minister is a mark of quiet progress.
ByPenny Mordaunt
Rishi Sunak to become prime minister after Penny Mordaunt withdraws
The former chancellor faces huge political and economic challenges.
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Boris Johnson’s humiliation is a moment to savour
The conman has been rumbled, the snake-oil salesman has been run out of town.
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Boris Johnson’s withdrawal from the leadership race leaves Rishi Sunak on the verge of power
Only Penny Mordaunt can theoretically prevent Sunak from entering No 10 this week.
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Boris Johnson’s path back to power is a treacherous one
Getting on the leadership ballot is a challenge for the former PM; seeing off the Labour threat could prove impossible.
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As Liz Truss clings on, what will the Tory rebels do now?
Conservative MPs agree that Truss will not lead them into the next election but are deeply divided over who the…
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The race to succeed Liz Truss begins
There is no agreement among Tory MPs on who the new leader should be: some want Penny Mordaunt, others Jeremy…
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Where is Liz Truss?
The Prime Minister’s refusal to appear only emphasises how desperately weak her position is.
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