ILKLEY'S MP Kris Hopkins has today pledged his support for Theresa May to become new Prime Minister

In a statement Mr Hopkins said: “Our country has now entered one of its most perilous and uncertain periods since the Second World War. And we need a serious and trusted person to be our Prime Minister.

“We face threats to our economy, threats to our security and threats to the very existence of our United Kingdom.

“Over the last six years at the very top level of Government, Theresa May has proven herself to be one of the toughest and most astute Home Secretaries of modern times.

“She has also pledged to bring the country back together and, as the breadth of her support in the party from former Remain and Leave supporters demonstrates, she has appeal across the political spectrum.

“Having worked closely with her throughout that period, I can say without hesitation that Theresa is the right person with the right experience to tackle the many challenges we face.

“I am proud to offer Theresa my full support to become the new Leader of the Conservative Party and our next Prime Minister.”