UK Election Results - Rishi Sunak Concedes Defeat
According to Rishi Sunak, there was much to consider and learn from the "sobering verdict" that the british people had rendered.
The first prime minister of colour in the UK, Sunak, remarked, "The british people have delivered a sobering verdict tonight... and I take responsibility for the loss."
With 47.5% of the vote, Sunak retained his seat in the northern english district of Richmond and Northallerton, while eight Conservative cabinet members lost their seats.
In spite of their unceasing efforts, their local records and delivery, and their commitment to their communities, many excellent and hardworking Conservative candidates were defeated today. I apologise," Sunak murmured.
After Liz Truss resigned as prime minister in 2022 after just 45 days in office, Rishi Sunak assumed the position.
With inflation expected to hit 11.1% in 2022, the Tories are said to have suffered a cost of living crisis.
Opinion surveys had shown that the public were also displeased with the government's handling of the Covid-19 outbreak and the healthcare system.