Rishi Sunak announces general election for July 4

Rishi Sunak has announced a general election for July 4. The prime minister addressed the nation from outside No 10 this afternoon and pledged to “fight for every vote”. Sunak addressed his achievements as chancellor during the Covid pandemic. He was almost drowned out, however, a protester playing “Things can only get better” in Whitehall. Read the best of our journalism: Subscribe to The Times and The Sunday Times YouTube channel: Find us on Facebook: Find us on Twitter: Find us on Instagram: #uk #rishisunak #election #london