Rishi Sunak entered politics in 2015 when he was elected as the Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) for Richmond in North Yorkshire, succeeding former Conservative Party leader William Hague. He quickly rose through the ranks, serving in various junior ministerial roles before being appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer in February 2020. As Chancellor, Sunak played a pivotal role in the UK government’s economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing measures such as the furlough scheme to support businesses and workers. His tenure as Chancellor earned him significant recognition, leading to his appointment as Prime Minister in October 2022.