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A ballot has been widely seen as likely to happen towards the end of the year, with the government hoping the economy will turn round.
Rishi Sunak stuck to his formulation that the ballot will happen in the 'second half of the year' as he was grilled at PMQs.
Anticipation is building that Rishi Sunak could spring a bold surprise tonight, despite Labour being miles ahead in the polls.
Rishi Sunak has gathered his Cabinet with Westminster insiders saying he has decided to drop the bombshell , despite Labour being miles ahead in the polls.
The next UK general election has to be held by 28 January 2025, but could take place earlier.