Final shortlist for Tory leadership revealed after Sajid Javid drops out of race

The Metro says Sajid Javid has dropped out the leadership race to become the new leader of the Conservative party.

The former health secretary’s resignation – which came within hours of Rishi Sunak last Tuesday- led to a domino effect of departures.

Ultimately, their resignations led to the eventual demise of Boris Johnson as prime minister.

The final shortlist for the Tory party’s leadership has been confirmed this evening.