Norfolk MP George Freeman does not plan to stand as Conservative leader, despite previously signalling he would if asked.

https://twitter.com/GeorgeFreemanMP/status/1044732359491416064

The Mid Norfolk MP told BBC Radio Norfolk on September 14 he would stand if people wanted him to.

But Mr Freeman has now tweeted: 'My call last week for anyone thinking of challenging the PM this autumn to back off and let her deliver the withdrawal agreement before handing on to a New Generation leader, caused much speculation. To be clear, I do NOT plan to stand.'

He said: 'We need to think more about the 'we' than the 'I', focus more on the programme than the personalities, and make an inspiring team which draws on all our talents in a cabinet and government of unity and renewal.

'If and when the PM stands aside and there is a leadership contest, we should encourage as many views and voices to be heard as possible, so the right leader emerges.'