A new study suggests that for the first time the Conservatives could have more ethnic minority MPs elected in the next parliament, compared to the Labour Party.
The Conservative Party could see more new black and Asian Mps, with a possibility of three out of five being considered for the general election.
The Liberal Democrats currently have no non-white members and it could be claimed that this will remain unchanged after the elections in May.
Experts believe that whatever the outcome of the election may be, the total of ethnic minority MPs will reach a new high. It would most likely be around the 40-45 mark, making way for prospectively a black or Asian Prime Minister in the future.
The British Future report says, “Ethnic diversity is the 'new normal' in British politics. MPs like Sajid Javid [the Culture Secretary] and Chuka Umunna [the Shadow Business Secretary] are tipped as future party leaders. There is every reason to conclude that a non-white Prime Minister is just a matter of time.”
However, while the parliament still requires around 65 black and Asian MPs in order to represent modern-day Britain, British Future has applauded the Conservatives for making compelling improvements.
Further on, claims suggest that the Conservatives are more likely in comparison to the Labour Party to select new non-white candidates for safe seats.
Those who are expected to secure a place for themselves in politics include Rishi Sunak. Rishi Sunak is a former Business Executive of Indian origin. He has been chosen for Richmond, North Yorkshire. The seat was vacated by the former Foreign Secretary, William Hague.
