KINVER’S MP Sir Gavin Williamson has confirmed his backing for Rishi Sunak in the Tory leadership race.
Taking to Twitter today after Liz Truss's announcement that she was quitting as Prime Minister yesterday, the South Staffordshire MP, who was formerly Education Secretary, said: "I believe @RishiSunak is the best person to take the Conservative party and, most importantly, the country forward.
“He has the talent, integrity, and humility necessary to provide us with a fresh start and a steady hand. I am proud to support him.”
I believe @RishiSunak is the best person to take the Conservative party and, most importantly, the country forward. He has the talent, integrity, and humility necessary to provide us with a fresh start and a steady hand. I am proud to support him.
— Gavin Williamson (@GavinWilliamson) October 21, 2022
Under the rules set out by Sir Graham Brady – the chairman of the backbench 1922 Committee – and party chairman Sir Jake Berry, nominations for the next Conservative leader will close at 2pm on Monday.
The first ballot of MPs will then be held between 3.30pm and 5.30pm on Monday – if there are three candidates with the required number of nominations the loser will be eliminated.
Once there are two candidates remaining, an indicative vote will be held so that the party membership know which is the preferred option among MPs.
Members will be able to take part in an online vote to choose their next leader and the country’s prime minister with the contest due to conclude by October 28.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel