The British electorate will be heading to the polls on 4 July. Yes, in case you missed it, Rishi Sunak just confirmed this summer's general election. A chance for the nation to have their say, the upcoming vote is serious business (find details on how to learn more about your local MP and how to register to vote here).
But as well as being rather important when it comes to shaping the future of the country, the so-called 'genny lec' is also perfect meme fodder – and really, who could blame us? So, we're glad to report there are already LOLs a plenty to be had.
From the second the Prime Minister stepped outside Downing Street (sans umbrella) to make the announcement in the pouring rain (accompanied to the soundtrack of a former Labour leader's campaign trail song, Things Can Only Get Better), jokesters were at the ready. Here's how the internet has been chronicling it all...
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Amber O’Connor is Cosmopolitan UK’s junior features writer, who covers everything from breaking news, women’s safety and real life features to fitness, travel, and cultural trends. She works on first-person features, reports, and long reads, plus the hottest stories of the day (if you want to know about the latest wellness craze or TikTok trends, she’s your girl).
Amber has previously worked as a reporter and a lifestyle writer, with her work appearing in numerous publications, including The Mirror, Red Magazine, Evening Standard, Indy100, and Yahoo News. When she’s not working her way through her TBR list, Amber loves dancing, running, and going on adventures with her dog.
