Rishi Sunak, the British Prime Minister, has expressed his belief that a general election will be held in the second half of 2024, referring to it as his “working assumption.” He stated during a visit to Nottinghamshire that he has many tasks he intends to carry out in the meantime, including managing the economy, cutting taxes, and addressing illegal migration. While he did not rule out an election in May, he emphasized the need to focus on economic recovery.
Meanwhile, opposition Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer has indicated that he is ready for an election and believes the country is ready for change. He has criticized the Prime Minister for potentially delaying the election and not addressing the needs of the country.
Sunak has faced challenges in fulfilling his pledges, including addressing migrant arrivals, economic growth, and reducing hospital waiting lists. He also faces opposition from both Labour and right-wing parties, as well as internal party rebellions. His upcoming spring budget announcement may be an attempt to address these challenges and garner support from his party.