He will become the next prime minister after Penny Mordaunt failed to win the support of Conservative MPs.
The former chancellor spoke at Conservative Party headquarters. Here is a transcript of his address.
Here is a timeline of the recent political crises which engulfed the leadership of two prime ministers and ultimately led…
Shares rose in London after a rollercoaster day.
The former chancellor becomes the new Tory leader after Penny Mordaunt failed to win the backing of MPs.
He became a member of parliament only seven years ago.
He will become the UK’s first Hindu PM after his rival failed to get the support of 100 colleagues.
The First Minister said she would try to foster a good working relationship with Rishi Sunak.
The former chancellor will become the first non-white prime minister, the first Hindu in the top job and also arguably…
As Rishi Sunak was named leader, calls for an election increased.