Tory leadership debate: Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak agree to Sky News head-to-head | Politics News
Tory leadership candidates Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss have agreed to take part in a live debate on Sky News.
The event – which will take place in front of a live audience – will take place on Thursday, August 4 at 8pm and will be hosted by Kay Burley.
John Ryley, head of Sky News, said: “There has never been a more important time to restore voter confidence in the prime minister’s office.
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“This live televised debate on Sky News gives the final two candidates the chance to reconnect with millions by debating the major issues facing Britain.
“It offers a unique opportunity to re-engage a disillusioned voter.”
It will be streamed live and free on Sky News channel 501, on Sky News digital channels, streamed on YouTube and simulated for our IRN Commercial Radio partners.
The BBC will host the debate between the two finalists on Monday, July 25.
Earlier, Penny Mordaunt becomes the latest candidate to be eliminated of the competition.
In the fifth and final voting round of Tory MPs, the leadership candidates received the following support:
- Penny Mordaunt – 105 votes
- Rishi Sunak – 137 votes
- Liz Truss – 113 votes
There are two spoiled ballots and an individual who did not vote.
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The leak investigation comes after civil service claims attempted to damage Mordaunt’s chances
Speaking after the result, Commerce Secretary Mordaunt said she would “continue to work hard” to repay those who have supported her and stressed that Conservative MPs “all must now do working together to unify our party.”
She also congratulated Mr. Sunak and Ms. Truss, saying: “I express my gratitude to anyone who puts themselves in such a demanding role.”
