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Rishi Sunak

British Prime Minister and Conservative Party Leader

Rishi Sunak, born in 1980, is the first British Asian Prime Minister. He has held various cabinet positions and has been the MP for Richmond since 2015. Sunak played a key role in Brexit and served as Chancellor of the Exchequer, implementing financial responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. He became Prime Minister in 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson.

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Timeline

Rishi Sunak Becomes Chancellor of the Exchequer

Rishi Sunak became the Chancellor of the Exchequer, one of the most powerful positions in the UK government responsible for economic and financial matters.

Rishi Sunak becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Rishi Sunak, a British politician, became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party in 2022. He is the first British Asian prime minister.

Wedding of Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty

In August 2009, Rishi Sunak married Akshata Murty, the daughter of N. R. Narayana Murthy, the founder of Infosys. They met while studying at Stanford University and have two daughters.

Rishi Elected Conservative MP for Richmond (Yorks)

In May 2015, Rishi was elected as the Conservative Member of Parliament for Richmond (Yorks).

Rishi Serves as Parliamentary Private Secretary at Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy

From June 2017, Rishi served as a Parliamentary Private Secretary at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy before his ministerial appointment.

Rishi Sunak appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer

Rishi Sunak was appointed as the Chancellor of the Exchequer on February 13, 2020, serving until July 5, 2022.

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

Initially ran for three months and was extended by Sunak until the end of June 2020 to avoid mass redundancies and company bankruptcies.

Rishi Sunak delivers his first budget

Rishi Sunak delivered his first budget on 11 March 2020, allocating £30 billion for economic support, with £12 billion specifically for mitigating the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Introduction of £330 billion emergency support for businesses and furlough scheme

On 17 March 2020, Rishi Sunak introduced a programme providing £330 billion in emergency support for businesses and a furlough scheme for employees, marking the first time a British government had created such an employee retention scheme.

Rishi Sunak delivers the July 2020 summer statement

Rishi Sunak announced measures aimed at economic recovery in the July 2020 summer statement, unveiling a spending package worth £30 billion to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rishi Sunak delivers the Winter Economy Plan

Rishi Sunak announced the Winter Economy Plan on 24 September 2020, introducing measures to further promote economic recovery and preserve jobs and businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sunak's opposition to second lockdown

On 26 September 2020, Sunak was said to have opposed a second lockdown with the threat of his resignation, due to what he saw as the dire economic consequences it would have.

Extension of Economic Recovery Programme

The programme was extended several times until 30 September 2021 following a second lockdown in England.

Sunak's speech at COP26

During COP26 in Glasgow, on 3 November 2021, Rishi Sunak expressed optimism in facing challenges and emphasized the importance of collaboration among finance ministers, businesses, and investors to achieve the targets of the Paris Agreement.

Sunak's Spring Statement

On 23 March 2022, Rishi Sunak presented his spring statement, announcing cuts to fuel duty, removal of VAT on energy-saving equipment, and reductions in national insurance payments for small businesses. He also outlined plans for income tax reduction in 2024 and provided funding to assist vulnerable individuals with the increasing cost of living.

Resignation of Rishi Sunak as Chancellor

Rishi Sunak resigned as Chancellor citing the need for proper government conduct and serious leadership. He emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards and making difficult decisions for the country's future.

Rishi Sunak Announces Candidacy in Conservative Party Leadership Election

Rishi Sunak announced his candidacy in the Conservative Party leadership election to replace Johnson. He emphasized restoring trust, rebuilding the economy, and uniting the country as key aspects of his campaign.

Conservative Party Leadership Election

Rishi Sunak stood in the Conservative Party leadership election in July-September 2022 to replace Boris Johnson after his resignation. Despite receiving the most votes in the MP votes, he lost to Liz Truss in the final membership vote.

Appointment as UK Prime Minister

On October 25, the user was appointed as the UK Prime Minister.

Conservative Party Leadership Election

Rishi Sunak ran for Conservative Party leadership but lost to Liz Truss in the election held on September 5, 2022.

Rishi Sunak becomes Prime Minister

On October 20, Rishi Sunak replaced Liz Truss as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, taking over the leadership from Truss during a period of political turmoil.

Rishi Sunak Enters Race for UK Prime Minister

Rishi Sunak announced his candidacy to replace Liz Truss as the UK Prime Minister, marking a significant step in his political career.

Rishi Sunak Becomes Conservative Party Leader

Rishi Sunak became the Conservative Party leader after being the sole remaining candidate following the withdrawal of other contenders. This set the stage for him to potentially become the next prime minister.

Rishi Sunak becomes UK PM

Rishi Sunak formally takes charge as Britain's first Indian-origin Prime Minister after an audience with King Charles III. He is the youngest British prime minister in 210 years and also the first Hindu Prime Minister of Britain.

Rishi Sunak will participate in his first Prime Minister's Questions session against Keir Starmer, the Labour leader. The Tory MPs have shown support for Sunak since he became their leader, following the end of Liz Truss's government.

Rishi Sunak addresses MPs for the first time as Tory leader

Rishi Sunak addressed Members of Parliament for the first time since becoming the leader of the Conservative Party. He expressed readiness to start working immediately on various crucial tasks ahead.

Rishi Sunak Selected as New U.K. Prime Minister

Rishi Sunak is chosen as the new U.K. Prime Minister to replace Liz Truss.

Rishi Sunak Becomes Prime Minister

Rishi Sunak is set to become the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after meeting with King Charles III and seeking permission to form a government. He will then address the nation from outside No. 10 Downing Street.

U.K. deadline for joining trans-Pacific trade bloc

The United Kingdom has until December 31 to decide on joining the trans-Pacific trade bloc. This decision could have significant implications for the country's trade relationships and economic policies.

Windsor Framework Agreement on Northern Ireland

Rishi Sunak negotiated the Windsor Framework agreement with the EU on Northern Ireland's trading arrangements, which aimed to protect Northern Ireland's place in the UK. The agreement came into effect on 1 October 2023.

Introduction of Victims and Prisoners Bill

On March 29, 2023, Rishi Sunak's government introduced the Victims and Prisoners Bill to prioritize victims in the justice system. The bill aimed to establish support for victims of major crimes and give ministers power to veto parole for certain prisoners.

Dominic Raab Resignation

On 21 April 2023, Dominic Raab resigned as Deputy Prime Minister after a report found that he had bullied civil servants. Rishi Sunak received the report the day before Raab's resignation.

Coronation of Charles III and Camilla

On 6 May 2023, Rishi Sunak attended the coronation of Charles III and Camilla in his role as Prime Minister. The event was also attended by former prime ministers and various dignitaries.

Sanctions Against Human Trafficking and Authoritarian Governments

Ahead of the 75th anniversary of the UN Declaration of Human Rights, Sunak's government imposed 46 sanctions on individuals linked to human trafficking and authoritarian regimes worldwide. The sanctions targeted individuals from Belarus, Haiti, Syria, Iran, Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia.

Rebellion Over Economic Activity of Public Bodies Bill

Sunak faced a rebellion in the House of Commons over a bill that aimed to prevent publicly-funded bodies from imposing boycotts without government approval. The bill, known as the 'anti-BDS bill', faced criticism for its strict measures.

U.K.-Ukraine Agreement on Security Cooperation

Sunak visited Ukraine to sign an agreement promising military aid including long-range missiles, artillery ammunition, air defense, and maritime security. The UK became the largest deliverer of drones to Ukraine.

Second Round of Strikes Against Houthi Targets

Sunak and Biden launched a second round of strikes against Houthi targets as a warning to cease attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. The UK and US continued with further rounds of strikes.

Rishi Sunak warns of 'toxic' culture in UK politics amid threats to MPs

Rishi Sunak raised concerns about a 'toxic' political culture in the UK and threats faced by Members of Parliament on February 25, 2024.

UK PM Rishi Sunak rules out possibility of holding early general election

On March 15, 2024, Rishi Sunak announced that there would be no early general election in the UK.

Sunak's leadership in turmoil within Conservative Party

Rishi Sunak faced leadership challenges within the Conservative Party on March 17, 2024.

Sunak's Mini-Reshuffle

On 26 March 2024, Rishi Sunak carried out a mini-reshuffle in his government. Several key ministers resigned and were replaced with new appointments.

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