Rishi Sunak hints at General Election in October as he asks for more time

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Sunak's plea for 52 more weeks

Rishi Sunak, the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, has dropped a strong hint that the General Election will take place in October next year. In a video marking his one year in office, Sunak expressed his desire for another year to complete the work at hand.

A glimpse into Sunak's priorities

Accompanying the video was a photo of Sunak diligently working at his desk, complete with a slice of cake and a designer mug featuring five red Labradors. The 46-second video, posted on the Downing Street YouTube channel, provided a quick overview of Sunak's policy focus during the past year.

"So what can a country achieve in 52 weeks?"

The video concluded by posing the question to viewers, teasing the potential accomplishments that could be made in the next 52 weeks.

No confirmed election date

Downing Street responded to speculation about a potential election date, stating that no date has been confirmed. While they did not rule out a snap election this year, Sunak's press secretary emphasized that nothing is off the table when it comes to calling elections.

Pressure mounts for an earlier election

Voters have shown a growing preference for an earlier election, with recent polls indicating a double-digit lead for the Labour Party. As a result, anticipation builds regarding when Sunak will decide to go to the country.

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