The Richmond MP has not been seen since leaving Number 11 Downing Street on Tuesday, a decision – along with the resignation of Health Secretary Sajid Javid – that hastened calls for the prime minister to go. But while photographers gathered outside his London flat waiting for Mr Sunak to appear, his wife showed her face and took the opportunity to show the media some hospitality. Akshata Murty, 42, produced a tray of tea and biscuits, which she placed on a hastily constructed table, before disappearing back inside. Eagle-eyed observers spotted that the heiress, whose father is a billionaire, was serving drinks in matching high-quality containers. The mugs by designer Emma Lacey are said to retail at £38 each. Mr Sunak resigned shortly after 6pm on Tuesday evening, saying he could no longer remain loyal to the prime minister. Touted as a potential future leader of the Conservative Party, he told the Prime Minister in a letter: “People rightly expect government to be conducted properly, competently and seriously. I recognize that this may be my last ministerial job, but I believe that these standards it’s worth fighting for and that’s why I’m resigning.” Since the announcement, Mr Johnson has been hit by a growing number of resignations and growing calls for him to step down. Rishi Sunak came under pressure for his wife’s non-resident status. Credit: PA Mr Sunak and his wife have not been without their own problems in recent months. He was fined over the partygate row earlier this year and faced criticism after it was revealed his wife paid £30,000 a year to maintain her non-resident status, meaning she is not subject to UK tax on income she earns in abroad. She later gave up her non-dom status. Want a quick and special update on the biggest news? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out what you need to know.
