Prime Minister Theresa May on Tuesday called for an early general election to be held June 8

Prime Minister Theresa May on Tuesday called for an early general election to be held June 8 to seek a strong mandate as she negotiates Britain's exit from the European Union.

Melton and Rutland's MP Sir Alan Duncan tweeted:

Sir Alan Duncan  @AlanDuncanMP
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PM announces intention to hold general election on 8 June - Commons should back her in the vote tomorrow