Theresa May announces decision to quit UK Parliament

Former prime minister Theresa May has said she will retire from Parliament at the next general election Picture: Kirsty O’Connor/PA

Theresa May has said she will not fight the next general election, bringing a 27-year career in Parliament to an end.

The former British prime minister revealed her decision to stand down as MP for Maidenhead on Friday, saying she would focus on championing causes including the fight against modern slavery.