Tory Exodus Continues as Labour Rub Their Hands Ahead of Election

More Tory MPs have stepped down from their positions as the Prime Minister’s concerns of a Labour landslide grow.

Mass Tory Exodus

The Conservative Party is rapidly losing confidence from members of its own Party, currently experiencing what’s been described as a “mass Tory exodus.”

Sunak Claims Unity

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has insisted that his party are united despite many MPs walking out, resigning, or being suspended ahead of the general election.

Resignations of Two Tory Ministers

In the latest news regarding the walkout, Skills Minister Robert Halfon and Armed Forces Minister James Heappey have announced their resignations from their roles.

Robert Halfon’s Departure

Robert Halfon, the MP for Harlow and a former chairman of the Commons Education Committee wrote a letter to the Prime Minister announcing his decision to step down.

Stepping Down as MP and Minister

Halfon will step down from his position as both Member of Parliament for Harlow and Skills Minister, joining over 60 Tory MPs who have resigned since Sunak’s tenure.

Time for Halfon to “Step Down”

Halfon said in the letter to the Prime Minister, “I feel that it is time for me to step down at the forthcoming General Election, and in doing so, to resign as a Minister in your Government.”

Prime Minister’s Response

The Prime Minister responded with a letter that told Heappey he made an important contribution to the Government and your support to consecutive Conservative administrations at the Ministry of Defence has been commendable.”

James Heappey’s Resignation

James Heappey, MP for Wells, confirmed his resignation as Armed Forces Minister and MP after allegedly disagreeing with the lack of defence spending in the Spring Budget.

Tory Landslide Expected

The mass walkout comes in the middle of an election year with the Tories expected to experience their largest landslide defeat to the Labour Party since 1997.

Tory MPs Cite Reasons for Stepping Down

Despite the Conservative Party’s imminent defeat, MPs have insisted that they are stepping down for reasons other than a lack of confidence in the Prime Minister.

Tory Woes Continue

Other MPs such as former Prime Minister Theresa May, Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick and former Home Secretary Sajid Javid have also resigned.

May Displays Confidence in Sunak

May stepped down from her role as MP after 27 years in parliament although she insisted she had confidence that the Tories could win the election.

Heappey Cites Family Reasons

Heappey insisted that his reasons for stepping down from his role as MP which he held for 9 years due to family reasons and a career change.

Jenrick Steps Down

Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick stepped down after disagreeing with Sunak’s proposed controversial Rwanda policy and claiming it didn’t go far enough.

Blackpool South Lobbying Scandal

Disgraced Tory MP Scott Benton, former MP for Blackpool South, announced his resignation after a lobbying scandal that put him under pressure.

“Extremely Serious” Scandal

Investigators described that scandal as “extremely serious” after Benton was found guilty of offering classified information to a gambling firm for personal gain.

By-Election Triggered

Benton’s resignation triggered another by-election for Sunak after the Tories recently lost seats in Wellingborough and Kingswood by-elections.

Tory By-Election Woes

The Blackpool South by-election is set to be the 12th by-election triggered under Sunak’s reign as Prime Minister, with the Tories only winning one of those 12 so far.

Sunak’s Ousting Rumours

Other rumours suggested that several Tory MPs were looking at replacements for Sunak before the general election, expected to be announced in Autumn.

Tories Jumping Before Pushed

With the news that Halfon and Heappey will now be stepping down, it seems that MPs are looking to jump from the Tory misery before they are pushed come the general election.

25 Things You CAN’T Talk About Anymore

Remember the days when you could freely discuss just about anything without fear of sparking controversy? Well, those days are long gone. In today’s hyper-sensitive world, there are topics so fraught with tension that even mentioning them can lead to heated debates and hurt feelings. 25 Things You CAN’T Talk About Anymore

Stranded: 15 Worst British Cars in History

Ever had a car that spent more time with the mechanic than on the road? A car that turned every journey into a game of “Will we actually get there?” If so, you might just see a familiar face (or should we say, chassis) in our countdown to the most unreliable British car in history. Stranded: 15 Worst British Cars in History

“Britain Will Become Unrecognizable” – Suella Braverman Spells Disaster for UK Amid Steep Rise in Visas Issued

Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has warned that Britain will become “unrecognizable,” criticizing the amount of work visas the Home Office has approved, despite only being removed from her role in November. “Britain Will Become Unrecognizable” – Suella Braverman Spells Disaster for UK Amid Steep Rise in Visas Issued

20 Things From the ‘70s That Are Not OK Today

Step into the time machine and set the dial to the 1970s, a decade of disco, bell-bottoms, and some rather questionable choices. While the ’70s gave us iconic music and groundbreaking TV, not everything from this groovy era would get a green light today. 20 Things From the ‘70s That Are Not OK Today

20 Best and Worst Universities in the UK

Navigating the UK university landscape is like deciphering a complex code of rankings, reviews, and reputations to uncover where you’ll not just learn, but truly flourish. Whether you’re drawn to the historic halls of Oxford or the creative buzz of Goldsmiths, finding your perfect fit is about aligning your aspirations with the unique offerings of each institution. 20 Best and Worst Universities in the UK

The post Tory Exodus Continues as Labour Rub Their Hands Ahead of Election first appeared on Edge Media.

Featured Image Credit: Shutterstock / John B Hewitt.