British Prime Minister Sunak (center) visiting a hospital = Milton Keynes (AP = Kyodo) in southern England on the 15th
[London Kyodo]A series of people have announced that they will not run in the next general election in the UK, which will be held by January 2025. Disappointment with politics, which has been plagued by scandals, and the stress caused by slander on the Internet are said to be the causes.
In July, the Sunday Times, a British newspaper, reported on the current situation in which many lawmakers are leaving the political world under the title “Why no one wants to be a lawmaker”. According to the newspaper, 68 of the 650 members of the House of Representatives have already announced their intention not to run in the next general election. The ruling Conservative Party led the way with 43, while the main opposition Labor Party had 13.
The Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Sunak, has resigned since last year, with former prime ministers Johnson and Truss one after another. Deputy Prime Minister Raab also resigned in April this year due to power harassment allegations, and the confusion continues, and his approval rating has fallen to the 20% level. The newspaper said that “disillusionment with the leadership” could lead to more people leaving the party. In the next general election, the Conservative Party, which has been in power since 2010, will fall from power.
The stress of social media is also cited as a reason for young lawmakers to choose to retire. Some MPs felt the abuse was a danger to themselves and their families.
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2023-08-19 08:39:26
