Sorry for letting you down: Rishi Sunak as he walks out from PM's post

New Delhi: Following the results in the UK general elections, Rishi Sunak has apologized to the nation following the Conservative Party's historic defeat in the general election, marking the worst outcome in its parliamentary history. Sir Keir Starmer has led the Labour Party to a sweeping victory and will succeed Mr Sunak as the UK's Prime Minister.

I have given this job my all. But you have sent a clear message, and yours is the only judgement that matters.

This is a difficult day, but I leave this job honoured to have been Prime Minister of the best country in the world.https://t.co/EhNsfIaGWM

— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) July 5, 2024

Bye bye Sunak

Accepting responsibility for the outcome, Mr Sunak acknowledged the voters' "anger" at his government. "To the country, I would like to say first and foremost, I am sorry," he said. He apologized for the public's anger and disappointment and took complete responsibility for this never-before-seen defeat, showing his acceptance of the need for change in the UK, which is now clearly indicated by the people of the country. 

Sunak delivered his speech outside Number 10, where he announced his intention to step down as party leader, adding, "Not immediately but once the formal arrangements for selecting my successor are in place." He assured there would be "an orderly transition" and praised Sir Keir as "a decent and public-spirited man who I respect."

After bidding farewell to his staff at Downing Street, Mr Sunak departed with his wife Akshata to offer his resignation to the King.

To the hundreds of Conservative candidates, thousands of volunteers and millions of voters:

Thank you for your hard work, thank you for your support, and thank you for your vote. pic.twitter.com/GcgvI7bImI

— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) July 4, 2024

Change in now, says Sir Keir

In an earlier victory speech in central London, Sir Keir proclaimed, "Change begins now," adding, "it feels good, I have to be honest." With nearly all results declared, Labour is projected to form the next government with a majority of 174 seats. Currently, they hold 412 MPs, an increase of 211 from the last election.

The conservatives are experiencing their worst result in history, having lost 250 seats and currently holding 121 seats.