The number of people supporting calls for a general election has increased since Liz Truss resigned as Prime Minister.
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Rishi Sunak tells Tories to ‘unite or die’ amid ‘profound economic challenge’
He will become the next prime minister after Penny Mordaunt failed to win the support of Conservative MPs.
UK gets fifth prime minister in just over six years
The turnover of prime ministers has speeded up in recent decades.
Incoming prime minister Rishi Sunak tells warring Tories to ‘unite or die’
The former chancellor becomes the new Tory leader after Penny Mordaunt failed to win the backing of MPs.
Sturgeon message to Sunak: Call an election and don’t impose more austerity
The First Minister said she would try to foster a good working relationship with Rishi Sunak.
Scottish Tories call for unity as Sunak set to become PM
As Rishi Sunak was named leader, calls for an election increased.
Sturgeon: ‘Horror show’ Tory leadership contest must lead to general election
Scotland’s First Minister said it is undemocratic for the Conservative party to change their leadership again without an election.
What’s in store for the next prime minister?
Rishi Sunak or Penny Mordaunt will face an in-tray piled high with problems.
Snap general election is not in national interest – Scottish Tory MP
Andrew Bowie is backing Rishi Sunak in the leadership contest and said the former Chancellor will bring stability to the country.
Tory leadership contest: How the week will unfold
Sir Graham Brady, chairman of the powerful 1922 Committee of Tory backbenchers, has said the party will have a new leader by Friday.