Former Tory MP Scott Benton resigns from parliament

Scott Benton's resignation will trigger a by-election unless Rishi Sunak calls a general election sooner - something that is unlikely after he ruled out holding an election on May 2 and said he is still aiming for the second half of the year.

Monday 25 March 2024 16:21, UK

A former Tory MP who was facing the prospect of being removed from his seat by voters has resigned from parliament, triggering a by-election.
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