Summary
- Nearly 80 Conservative MPs have stepped down ahead of the General Election, a post-war record.
- Former ministers like Sir David Evennett, Greg Clark, and Sir John Redwood are among those not seeking re-election.
- Some Tory MPs are reportedly fearful of losing their jobs due to the snap summer election called by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- Notable MPs like Matt Hancock, Bob Stewart, Theresa May, and Nadhim Zahawi are also stepping down.