What's happened
Rishi Sunak's political future is uncertain following by-election losses and speculation about the timing of the next general election.
Why it matters
The uncertainty surrounding Rishi Sunak's future and the timing of the next general election has significant implications for the UK's political landscape.
What the papers say
The Times and The Independent provide contrasting perspectives on Rishi Sunak's political future, with The Times focusing on the uncertainty and The Independent discussing the potential timing of the next general election.
How we got here
The recent by-election losses and speculation about the timing of the next general election have raised questions about Rishi Sunak's leadership and the future direction of the Conservative party.
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