Michael Gove Becomes Latest High-Profile Tory to Stand Down

Cabinet minister Michael Gove has become the latest high-profile Conservative MP to stand down at the July 4 General Election. The veteran minister said it was a “profound privilege” to be an MP and a minister, but it’s “time to leave” and that “a new generation should lead.” Mr. Gove’s announcement was followed soon by his Tory colleague, arch-Brexiteer and former Commons leader Dame Andrea Leadsom, who said that she was standing down after “careful reflection.” So far, around 120 MPs have announced their intention to stand down, including almost 80 Conservatives. Mr. Gove, currently the secretary of state for levelling up, housing, and communities, was first elected to Parliament in 2005 and has served as the MP for Surrey Heath since then....