Rishi Sunak

Former British PM Rishi Sunak takes job at Goldman Sachs

Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has joined Goldman Sachs as a senior advisor. Sunak, who resigned as PM in July 2024, will work part-time advising the bank's clients with his…

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Sunak to resign as Tory leader

Rishi Sunak has confirmed he will resign as Conservative Party leader, after a wipeout result for the party in last night's general election. He said this will not be "immediately",…

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Sunak and Starmer clash in testy final UK TV debate

Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer went head-to-head over tax, immigration, gender and Brexit in their final debate before next Thursday’s general election. The Tory leader repeatedly accused Sir Keir…

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UK polls point to ‘electoral extinction’ for Prime Minister Sunak’s Conservatives

Three British opinion polls released late on Saturday presented a grim picture for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party, and one pollster warned that the party faced "electoral extinction" in…

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UK’s Sunak, Starmer face televised grilling by unhappy voters

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer were grilled by voters at a televised event on Wednesday, with both challenged over past decisions, pledges and how they…

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UK’s Sunak offers more tax cuts as election polls refuse to budge

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledged to cut 17 billion pounds ($21.7 billion) of taxes for working people if re-elected, in a final throw of the dice to overturn polls that…

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Sunak’s early departure from D-Day celebrations attracts criticism, forces apology

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has issued an apology after leaving the D-Day 80th anniversary commemoration early to participate in a pre-recorded interview. Sunak's governing Conservatives, currently trailing in the…

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In heated debate, Britain’s Sunak, Starmer go head-to-head on the economy

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour challenger Keir Starmer went head-to-head on Tuesday over how to boost Britain's economy, with the PM accusing the opposition party of wanting to increase…

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UK Conservative Party Plans Mandatory National Service for 18-Year-Olds

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced plans to reintroduce mandatory national service for 18-year-olds, offering them the choice between military placements or community service. The UK Conservative party has revealed…

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Impact of Euro 2024 on British Politics: Rishi Sunak’s Election Call Amid Soccer Fever

Does British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak risk scoring an own goal by calling an election during the 2024 European Championship soccer tournament in July? Sunak, himself a soccer fan, might…

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Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer to hit campaign trail as UK election race begins

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his Labour Party rival Keir Starmer will kick off their election campaigns in earnest on Thursday, a day after Sunak surprised the nation by…

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UK’s Sunak says nothing will stop Rwanda policy; migrants die in channel

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak vowed that nothing would prevent him from sending asylum seekers to Rwanda after parliament finally approved the divisive policy that is designed to deter migrants…

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UK PM Rishi Sunak rules out holding an election in early May

By Andrew Macaskill and Farouq Suleiman LONDON, March 14 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said that he would not hold a general election in early May, in the…

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Rishi Sunak’s mother-in-law appointed to Indian parliament

Rishi Sunak’s mother-in-law has been appointed to the Indian parliament’s upper chamber after a career in philanthropy. Sudha Murthy, 73, was chair of the Infosys Foundation, `the nonprofit arm of…

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King Charles ‘reduced to tears’ by support after cancer diagnosis

LONDON, (Reuters) - Britain's King Charles said during a meeting with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday he had been reduced to tears by messages of good will following his…

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UK PM Sunak paid more than 500,000 pounds in tax last year

By Andrew Macaskill and Sachin Ravikumar LONDON, (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak paid 508,000 pounds ($641,000) in tax in the last financial year after income from his investments…

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UPDATED: Britain to hike funds for Ukraine to buy drones, Sunak visits Kyiv

LONDON, Jan 12 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak travelled to Kyiv on Friday to announce an increase in military funding to help Ukraine purchase new military drones, including…

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PM Sunak makes election appeal for Britain to ‘stick with’ his plan

Sunak says his plan will deliver 'long-term change' UK PM faces hurdles for polices from fractious party Starmer accuses Sunak of vanity By Elizabeth Piper LONDON, Jan 7 (Reuters) -…

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UK’s Sunak sees off revolt to win vote on Rwanda migrant plan

By Andrew Macaskill, Michael Holden and Alistair Smout British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak avoided defeat in parliament on Tuesday on an emergency bill to revive his plan to send asylum…

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UK’s Sunak tells divided party his Rwanda migrant plan is the only way

Sunak faces right-wing challenge over key migration policy Immigration minister quits, says bill does strong enough PM needs to get new legislation through parliament Sunak says he cannot go any…

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Britain’s King Charles, PM Sunak to lead remembrance services after day of protests

LONDON (Reuters) - King Charles and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will lead remembrance services for Britain's war dead on Sunday, seeking to unify communities following a day of protests in…

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London pro-Palestinian march to proceed, Sunak asks police for safety assurances

By Michael Holden LONDON, (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak demanded assurances from London's police chief that a pro-Palestinian march scheduled for Saturday would be held safely, even as…

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PM Sunak to hold Metropolitan Police chief ‘accountable’ for allowing pro-Palestinian protest on Armistice Day

Rishi Sunak said he will hold the chief of the Metropolitan Police "accountable" for allowing a pro-Palestinian demonstration to go ahead on Armistice Day. The prime minister will meet Sir…

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Sunak follows Biden to Israel to show support as more bombs hit Gaza

By Dan Williams and Nidal al-Mughrabi JERUSALEM/GAZA, Oct 19 (Reuters) - Israel pounded Gaza with more air strikes on Thursday, as British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak followed U.S. President Joe…

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A new chapter? ‘Tough’ Sunak hopes to win over Britain

By Elizabeth Piper, Andrew Macaskill and Alistair Smout MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Prime Minister Rishi Sunak portrayed himself as a tough decision maker and an agent of change on Wednesday,…

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UK to work with Belgium, Bulgaria and Serbia to tackle people smuggling

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will agree bilateral initiatives with Belgium, Bulgaria and Serbia on Thursday aimed at tackling organised crime linked to illegal migration, his office…

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Sunak delays UK petrol car ban, seeking voter support on climate

By Kate Holton and William James Sunak delays petrol car ban by 5 years Eases targets on heating, insulation Says UK is committed to overall 2050 net zero target Businesses…

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UPDATED: UK PM Sunak pitches Britain as future home for AI regulation

LONDON, June 11 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Monday Britain could be the global home of artificial intelligence regulation as he pitched London as a tech hubto…

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UK PM Sunak’s wealth plunges but still ranked 275th in country’s rich list

LONDON, May 19 (Reuters) - The wealth of British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty has plunged over the last twelve months, but at 529 million pounds…

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UPDATED: I’ve got your back: UK’s Sunak tries to reboot business ties

By Andrew MacAskill and Paul Sandle LONDON, April 24 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak told more than 200 chief executiveson Monday he was "unashamedly pro-business" and he needed…

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British govt publishes PM Sunak and other ministers’ interests

LONDON, April 19 (Reuters) - Britain's government on Wednesday published an updated list of ministers' interests, including an outline of the affairs of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who is under…

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UK parliament’s standards commissioner investigating PM Sunak

LONDON, April 17 (Reuters) - The British parliament's Commissioner for Standards opened an investigation into Prime Minister Rishi Sunak earlier this month, according to a list of open inquiries posted…

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UK PM Sunak to meet President Biden in Northern Ireland on Tuesday

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will meet Joe Biden in Northern Ireland when the U.S. president flies in to take part in events to mark the 25th anniversary of the…

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Work to be done, PM Sunak says 25 years after Northern Ireland peace deal

LONDON, April 10 (Reuters) - A quarter of century since the signing of a peace deal that largely ended violence in Northern Ireland, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said efforts…

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UPDATED: After tough years, France and Britain tout post-Brexit reset

UK PM aims for reset after years of post-Brexit disputes Britain wants further help to tackle small boat migrants Ukraine, defence projects and energy also on the agenda By Michel…

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Rishi Sunak to be investigated by police for not wearing seatbelt

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will be investigated by police after failing to wear a seatbelt in the back of a moving car on Thursday. The Prime Minister was filmed…

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UK’s Sunak says inflation fight will require discipline

LONDON, Jan 8 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said inflation was not guaranteed to fall this year and his government would have to be disciplined to ensure it…

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UK PM Sunak to meet health service leaders as crisis drags on

LONDON, Jan 6 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will on Saturday meet leaders of England's health service, as it faces one of its toughest ever winters as flu and COVID-19 spread…

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UPDATED: UK’s Sunak to detail anti-strike laws as soon as Thursday -report

LONDON, Jan 5 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak could set out details of a planned new law to curb strikes as soon as Thursday, The Times reported, saying…

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Rishi Sunak puts maths at the heart of his vision for Britain

Pupils in England will study maths up until the age of 18 under plans to be unveiled by Rishi Sunak. The prime minister will say there is a need to…

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UK PM Sunak plans anti-strike laws to protect lives, jobs

Dec 15 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is planning to introduce anti-strike laws to protect lives and livelihoods, the Daily Mail reported on Thursday. In an interview to…

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UK PM Sunak announces crackdown on Albanian migrants

LONDON, Dec 13 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Tuesday Britain had agreed a new deal with Albania to crack down on the number of illegal migrants arriving on small…

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British PM Sunak faces new demands from his fractious party

Two groups raise concern about party's direction Sunak has stabilised government but faces discontent Lawmakers unhappy over high taxes, democracy in party By Alistair Smout LONDON, Dec 11 (Reuters) -…

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UK Prime Minister Sunak vows to maintain military aid to Ukraine

LONDON, (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak plans to promise on Monday to maintain or increase military aid to Ukraine next year, and to confront international competitors "not with…

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Boris Johnson and Liz Truss in planning rebellion challenge to Rishi Sunak

Boris Johnson and Liz Truss have launched a challenge to Rishi Sunak’s authority by joining a Tory rebellion backing wind farms to tackle the energy crisis. In their first major…

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UPDATED: UK’s Sunak: Won’t pursue any trade deal that relies on alignment with EU laws

BIRMINGHAM, England, Nov 21 (Reuters) - Britain will not pursue any trading relationship with the European Union that relies on the country aligning with the bloc's laws, Prime Minister Rishi…

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Biden and Sunak discuss Ukraine, China, Northern Ireland, Sunak and China’s Xi meeting cancelled

Nov 16 (Reuters) - U.S. President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak affirmed their strong support for Ukraine on Wednesday as they met for talks that included the…

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UK PM Rishi Sunak will now attend COP27, reversing decision to skip

LONDON, Nov 2 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will attend the COP27 summit in Egypt next week, he said on Wednesday, reversing a much-criticised decision to skip the…

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UPDATE – Sunak could freeze foreign aid for two more years

Adds Treasury comment Oct 28 (Reuters) - New British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering freezing the country's foreign aid budget for an additional two years, the Telegraph reported on Friday, citing sources. Britain's…

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EU looks forward to working with UK on Ukraine crisis, climate change, von der Leyen says

(Reuters) - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she spoke with new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and is looking forward to working on issues such as Russia’s…

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UPDATED: UK PM Sunak gathers cabinet to begin ‘hard work’ of fixing economy

LONDON, Oct 26 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will gather his newly appointed cabinet for the first time on Wednesday, a day after taking power with a promise…

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Sunak favourite to be UK PM after Johnson drops comeback bid

Johnson withdraws from contest Sunak officially declares he will run First ballot to be held on Monday Sunak clearly leading other contender Mordaunt LONDON, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Rishi Sunak looked set…

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Boris Johnson battling to win support for UK PM comeback bid, Sunak enters race

LONDON, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Boris Johnson was fighting on Sunday to get enough support to make a shock return as Britain's prime minister after prominent figures on the right wing of…

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Rishi Sunak: I am standing to be British prime minister

LONDON, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Britain's former finance minister Rishi Sunak confirmed on Sunday he was standing to replace Liz Truss as prime minister. "The United Kingdom is a great country but…

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Prescient or traitor? Rishi Sunak is the favourite to be next UK PM

LONDON, (Reuters) - To some Conservatives, Rishi Sunak is the minister who got Britain through the COVID pandemic, to others the traitor who knifed Boris Johnson or the rival to…

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UK’s Sunak reported to be first candidate to hit 100 threshold to make it onto ballot paper

LONDON (Reuters) - Rishi Sunak has become the first British Conservative Party leadership candidate to hit the 100 threshold with support from lawmakers to make it onto ballot paper, The…

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UPDATED: Johnson, Rishi lead race to become Britain’s next prime minister, Defence minister Wallace says won’t run

LONDON, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Boris Johnson and former finance minister Rishi Sunak were leading the potential contenders to replace British Prime Minister Liz Truss on Friday, with candidates canvassing…

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