General Election Now: Protesters gather in Chichester streets to protest prime minister appointment

Former chancellor of the exchequer, Rishi Sunak, was officially made prime minister on Tuesday, October 25 following Liz Truss’s resignation on Thursday (October 20) after just 44 days in office.

The decision for Mr Sunak to lead the country was made by fellow MP sparking calls from some residents for a general election.

Campaigners, including local councillors, came together on at the Market Cross to protest appointment.

Councillor Sarah Sharp, who took part in the protests, said: “As we watch big party politics play out day in day out on our TV screens or on social media, it is empowering for individuals to take a stand, as we did, and make our voices heard.

"Joining a peaceful, non-violent demonstration is one of our democratic rights. We know that the Police and Crime Act that the Conservatives have brought in recently goes a long way to try to limit the right to protest so it really important that we do get out from behind our computer screens and off our sofas and take protest to the streets.

“I would like to thank Tim (Hudson) who organised this banner and all those who gave up some time yesterday to take part.

"Facing a climate emergency and a cost of living crisis we need active and involved citizens more than ever. The more the Conservatives re-organise the deckchairs, the more we need to stand up and be counted and make sure our voices are heard and not ignored on the big issues.”