Ricky Gervais says his policies could 'sort the world out in days' as fans back him for PM

But Piers’ remarks caused debate among other social media users, who rushed to reply to his tweet stating their own stances on the latest political development.AmeliaRocket1 questioned: “Will you still be supporting him when he cuts public spending to pay for his own economic mistakes and mismanagement and when these policies collapse the NHS, the same NHS you spent lockdown harking on about?”Simbapatel responded: “He didn’t create covid or war in Ukraine to rise energy prices … most of cuts in spending is driven by external factors.“Money don’t grow on trees you need to balance books but let’s hope most in need gets funding but others will need to suffer it’s facts.” (Sic)JuliesBarnes enquired: “The only speech that is relevant is due on the 31st.“The question is: will Sunak make his difficult decisions fall on the shoulders of people who are already financially struggling and oversee more public service cuts?“Or will he be in charge of a fairer society?”Markhem76 said: “I beg to differ.The finger pointing & hanging out to dry of Truss was a move he could live to regret.“Everyone knows the disastrous policies of Truss and co but he used that as a vehicle to sweep his own mistakes under the table & no doubt has made enemies when he needs goodwill.”LutherBees stated: “I speak for the nation that we believe in Rishi.”The new Prime Minister entered No10 just 49 days after Tory members rejected his bid to take on the top job.The party's grassroots put their faith in Liz Truss's vision for a low tax economy and many also blamed him for the downfall of Boris Johnson.He was appointed as Conservative leader yesterday in a fast-tracked process.The former chancellor was the only candidate to receive enough support from MPs to

Incoming British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has promised to unite the country “not with words but with actions” and said “mistakes were made” during the disastrous 44-day reign of his now-predecessor Liz Truss.

Rishi Sunak has officially been appointed the 57th Prime Minister after he met the King at Buckingham Palace today.

RICHARD Madeley locked horns with a Good Morning Britain guest today after she said she wasn't proud to be British. The ITV daytime show hosted a debate on patriotism after former prime minister Liz Truss's chaotic 44 days in power made Britain a laughing stock on the world stage.

One of Boris Johnson’s closest allies has claimed the former Prime Minister is “clearly” standing to succeed Liz Truss.

Ricky Gervais is just one of many stars who has jokingly put themselves forward to be Liz Truss' successor. A new Prime Minister will lead Britain as of next week following her short-lived time at Number 10.After her farewell speech.

Brian May, 75, has described his “anger and disgust” at the way the current Conservative government has conducted itself in a rage-fuelled rant on Instagram. In view of his 3.1 million followers, the Queen musician called for a general election and suggested the reinstatement of Boris Johnson, 58, as Prime Minister would be “the last straw”.Yesterday Liz Truss, 47, told the public she would be stepping down as PM and that her replacement would be appointed in the space of just one week. However, many people across the country are now calling for a general election, including the Queen guitarist. “This morning I feel anger and disgust,” May began in a furious rant, as he posted a picture of an article discussing who might be the next Conservative Prime Minister with a big red cross through it. “The appalling, inexcusable ruination of our country.That’s what ALL these ‘candidates’ stand for,” he wrote. “They are all complicit in this mess which has made us the laughing stock of the world.“The people of this country demand THEIR right to choose our next leader,” he continued.“Nothing less than an IMMEDIATE GENERAL ELECTION is acceptable.“Even to consider reinstating the disgraced liar Boris Johnson is the last straw.” The musician insisted: “We CANNOT let this bunch of clowns do this to us any more.“They need to be removed and replaced, never to return.

The chaos surrounding the UK Government is not only bad for the economy, but potentially disastrous for the environment, a leading West Lothian businessman has said.

Ricky Gervais, 61, took to Twitter this evening to lighten the mood after Liz Truss, 47, announced her resignation as Prime Minister earlier today.The After Life star teased his appointment “wouldn’t be the weirdest news” as fans rushed to the comment section to share their thoughts on the matter.Gervais tweeted out a picture of himself hilariously superimposed outside of the Downing Street residence, telling jokes while a beer rested on his podium.“And it wouldn't even be in the top 10 weirdest news stories of the year,” Gervais captioned the photograph with a laughing emoji. Gervais’ followers rushed to the comments section to join in on the hilarity in the wake of today’s political chaos. Many included pictures of Number 10’s very own Larry the cat, with David quipping: “Ricky, the post has been filled.”Meanwhile, others seemed to love the idea, with Ian commenting: “The acceptance speech alone would make this a great idea.”“This is the PM we all need and deserve,” wrote Neil, while Rob added: “I’d vote for that.”“And based on the last few PMs, it won’t affect your tours as it’s only a part time job,” Andrew joked.“Imagining Ricky in front of parliament giving them the Golden Globes treatment!” Tim penned in reference to Gervais’ famously brutal comedy roasts at the glitzy A-lister event. In her resignation speech, Truss announced that a new leader is to be selected next Friday.Truss succeeded Boris Johnson as Prime Minister on September 6 after defeating Rishi Sunak in the Conservative Party leadership contest.Resigning after just 44 days in office, she will be remembered as the shortest-serving PM in British history.There have been reports of Johnson standing for re-election, as the Conservative Party have just one

Liz Truss, 47, announced her resignation this afternoon after just six weeks as Prime Minister, triggering the process of finding the fourth Tory leader in just four years. Piers Morgan, 57, has taken the opportunity to hint that he would be open to taking on the role, leaving his Twitter users to share their strong opinions on his jibe.As the news broke of Truss' resignation from her role as PM this afternoon, the TalkTV host grabbed the opportunity to joke about the country's situation.In view of his 7.9 million Twitter followers Piers shared an unearthed picture of himself smiling as he stood outside Downing street.He left the short caption: "It may be time."As the Tory party search for their fourth Prime Minister in four years, Morgan seems to have quipped that he would be up for the role, upsetting many Twitter users.0Captial_ exclaimed: "You are too arrogant for that position, people don't like you and simply in this world you need to be likeable in order to be successful.Something you are not."Atb_1972 quipped back: "You name me one Prime Minister that was likeable? I'll wait."BennyBeggs said of Piers: "Would be fun to see actually, imagine a prime minister who just gets up walks away after getting questioned and not seen for days."RyanTomson3 commented: "I know we’re desperate but not that desperate."The resignation of Truss' Home Secretary Suella Braverman on Wednesday as well as a chaotic vote in the Commons sealed the PM's doomed fate.Her departure after 45 days in office makes her the shortest-serving PM in UK history.Speaking outside Downing Street this afternoon, Truss stated: "I came into office at a time of great economic and international instability.

Liz Truss has resigned as Prime Minister less than six weeks after she was appointed.

Liz Truss has resigned as Prime Minister after less than 50 days in charge.

Adil Ray has come under fire from Good Morning Britain viewers as an old habit came back to haunt him. The presenter and actor returned to the ITV news programme on Thursday (October 20) alongside Kate Garraway. Much of the talk was centred on the ongoing government chaos as Liz Truss continues to fight for her job.

The mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has said the Conservative Party has 'forfeited the right to govern' and it's 'very hard to see how' Prime Minister Liz Truss will survive.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! "isn't all it's hyped up to be" ahead of the new series returning to Australia next month.The 48-year-old made the comment in a conversation with Dave Tomlinson on BBC Radio 2 as he stood in for Zoe Ball this morning.In the chat, Vicar and writer Dave told Vernon he was off to Australia next week to spend some time with his son and family."It's filling my mind at the moment," he told the host.Vernon replied: "That sounds lovely, I thought you were going to say I'm going to Australia to take part in I'm A Celebrity..

Ricky Gervais, 61, has tickled fans as he directed yet another sly swipe at James Corden, by retweeting a savage clip of himself branding The Late Late Show host a “fat p***y” in his 2020 Golden Globes monologue.The After Life star reposted a tweet containing the throwback video in view of his 15.1 million Twitter followers, after James was called out for his behaviour at restaurant Balthazar.The clip, shared by Twitter user SueTaylor_, was captioned: “@rickygervais so funny and so true #JamesCorden”In the video, Ricky could be seen addressing Hollywood’s biggest stars as he gave his opening Golden Globes speech.The outspoken comedian quipped: “The world got to see James Corden as a fat p***y.“He was also in the movie Cats, but now one saw that.”The brutal dig comes after, earlier this week, Ricky reacted to reports that James had been banned from a New York restaurant.He took to Twitter to repost a tweet from a fan poking fun at the accusations, while featuring a clip from his Netflix show After Life, where Ricky's character, Tony Johnson, mocked James.The tweet, also published by SueTaylor_, included a clip from After Life and read: “James f*****g Corden. AfterLife @rickygervais.

Ricky Gervais has taken aim at James Corden after the comedian was temporarily banned from a New York restaurant over his bad behaviour and abuse to staff.

Ricky Gervais has mocked James Corden over his restaurant ban row. The 61-year-old ‘Afterlife’ creator poked fun at ‘The Late Late Show’ host, 44, after Balthazar owner Keith McNally revealed online he had barred the actor for being abusive to staff in two incidents – before lifting it after he said James had “profusely apologised”. Ricky had a dig by sharing a scene from ‘Afterlife’ on Twitter in which its main character Tony mocks the idea of James Corden being a dream dinner guest.

Ricky Gervais took a cheeky dig at James Corden after the presenter was briefly banned from an upmarket New York restaurant over his “rude” behaviourThe Gavin and Stacey star is made headlines this week after Balthazar owner Keith McNally revealed he'd barred the actor for being abusive to his staff on two occasions, dubbing him a “tiny cretin of a man.”McNally has since lifted the ban after the Cats star “profusely apologised.”READ MORE: Ricky Gervais hits back as Stewart Lee brands After Life 'worst thing ever made'The tongue-in-cheek comedian took to Twitter to share a tweet from a fan making light of the accusations but also included a clip from his Netflix show AfterLife, where Ricky's character, Tony Johnson, mocked James.In the clip, Ricky's character Tony is chatting to his colleague Kath (played by Diane Morgan) who is discussing who she would choose to attend her dream dinner party.Among those on her list is James, saying he “never stops working” and they could take part in Carpool Karaoke, leading Tony to roll his eyes and say: “F**k me!”The tweet, published by one of Ricky’s followers, included the clip and read: “James f*****g Corden. AfterLife @rickygervais.