Rishi Sunak Resigns as UK Opposition Leader

Rishi Sunak bid farewell as UK Opposition Leader during a light-hearted session in Parliament that coincided with Diwali, a festival marking his entry into office as the first British Asian Prime Minister two years prior. In his final Prime Minister's Questions, Sunak expressed pride in his heritage and thanked the British people for their decency and tolerance, noting that his leadership's significance had not overshadowed the values of the nation. Prime Minister Keir Starmer acknowledged Sunak's contributions and emphasized the importance of representation in Parliament. Sunak also called for continued support for various initiatives, including grassroots sports and technology, before indicating his plans to spend more time in his Yorkshire constituency. As the Conservative Party prepares for a leadership transition, Sunak's departure marks a significant moment in British politics, coming just ahead of Labour's first budget in fourteen years. The political landscape remains dynamic as potential successors to Sunak, including Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick, emerge amidst ongoing critiques of his tenure.