Theresa May – 2024 Statement Announcing Standing Down at General Election

The statement made by Theresa May, the former Prime Minister, on 8 March 2024.

Being an MP is about service to one’s constituents and I have always done my best to ensure that I respond to the needs of local people and the local area. Since stepping down as Prime Minister I have enjoyed being a backbencher again and having more time to work for my constituents and champion causes close to my heart including most recently launching a Global Commission on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking. These causes have been taking an increasing amount of my time. Because of this, after much careful thought and consideration, I have realised that, looking ahead, I would no longer be able to do my job as an MP in the way I believe is right and my constituents deserve. I have therefore taken the difficult decision to stand down at the next General Election.