Ballots ‘delay’ gives Sunak time before votes cast as Truss pulls ahead in poll

The latest polling shows Liz Truss has extended her lead over Rishi Sunak when it comes to party member backing

Rishi Sunak appears to have lost ground in the Tory leadership race but a reported ballot delivery delay over security concerns could give him more time to make an impression before votes are cast.

A YouGov poll puts Liz Truss well ahead of Mr Sunak in support from party members, with her lead increasing to 34 points.