Rishi Sunak accepts responsibility for the Conservative Party's electoral defeat to Labour in a landmark UK election. The outgoing Prime Minister reflects on the loss after Labour secures a majority, marking the end of 14 years of Conservative government.
Rishi Sunak, the outgoing UK Prime Minister, has taken responsibility for the Conservative Party's landslide loss in the general election to Labour's Keir Starmer. As Labour secured the necessary 326 parliamentary seats, Sunak conceded defeat, though he retained his seat in Richmond & Northallerton.
Reflecting on the election outcome, Sunak expressed gratitude to his constituency and emphasized a peaceful transition of power. This election marks the end of 14 years of Conservative rule, with Sunak's tenure noted for its historic milestones.