Snap General Election Announced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for July 4

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called a snap General Election for July 4.

After months of speculation over when it could take place, the prime minister finally announced the news in a last minute press briefing outside Number 10 this afternoon.

As Mr Sunak began his speech in the pouring rain, D: Ream's hit song 'Things Can Only Get Better' could be heard blaring loudly in the background.

The PM confirmed he spoke with the King earlier today to seek permission to dissolve Parliament.

“The King has granted this request and we will have a General Election on July 4,” he added.