Summary
- Conservative MPs are preparing for a potential autumn election as Rishi Sunak shifted his campaign strategy to highlight the dangers of having Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister.
- Sunak’s speech hinted at a possible election in October or November, with speculation of a June or July election circulating among the grassroots.
- The Prime Minister warned of threats from authoritarian powers, extremists, and global forces while accusing Labour of trying to “depress” voters.
- Sunak refused to rule out a July poll, but many Tory MPs believe the election will likely happen in the autumn.
