If the Prime Minister resigns or is removed there should be a general election.

If the Prime Minister resigns or is removed there should be a general election. — 11 signatures. Status: rejected.

Petition background

I would like Parliament to create legislation that invokes a general election in the event of a Prime Minister leaving office for whatever reason.

Additional details

When a political party runs for election the focal point is the potential prime minister. They are the primary person the electorate are voting for. So if the prime minister is removed an election should be called to see if the new leader or leaders of the party or parties has the electorates backing.

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