Former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has publicly rejected the notion of replacing Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ahead of the next general election. In a call for unity within the Conservative Party, Wallace urged fellow Tories to support Sunak’s economic strategies rather than entertain leadership challenges. This sentiment was bolstered by Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch, who encouraged party members to focus on serving their communities and stop internal disruptions.

The statements from Wallace and Badenoch come amid rumours of a possible plot to unseat the Prime Minister. A close ally of Sunak suggested that the Prime Minister might call an early general election as a response to any leadership contest within the party. However, Sunak himself has minimized these rumours, attributing them to normal “Westminster politics.”

During a recent engagement, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of unity and future focus within the Conservative Party. He advocated for a collective effort towards securing a prosperous future for the United Kingdom, overshadowing the internal party tensions and speculation about his leadership. As the election approaches, the imperative for the Conservatives remains the addressal of significant national challenges and electoral preparation.