I think they should move before the May elections if they’re serious. They shouldn’t wait till a terrible defeat forces them to act, especially if - as looks likely - Reform will be the beneficiaries of that defeat.
I think they should move before the May elections if they’re serious. They shouldn’t wait till a terrible defeat forces them to act, especially if - as looks likely - Reform will be the beneficiaries of that defeat.
Technically. While it’s very much assumed. And has never happened in modern history.
That being an MP is required is very debatable. Parliamentary rules state must site in commons But that is not the same as representing a constituency. The siting rule relates more to it no longer allowing a member of lords. As it did historically.
Labour rules require the leader to be an MP. As dose the Conservatives. But parliament only assumes the PM will lead the party. It is not a requirement. Not to mention Labours leadership is very able to change rules when wanted.
It’s never happened and likely never will. But the only real rules are a PM must exist. They must have the confidence of parliament. And are required to sit/occupy parliament. Not having the right to vote would Def cause issues. But it’s fun to consider how messed up parliamentary rules Vs traditions etc can get.