Rishi Sunak considering nominating Eric Schmidt for an honour
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is reportedly considering nominating former Google CEO Eric Schmidt for an honour, sparking speculation about his own future post-Downing Street. Schmidt's nomination is being handled by the Foreign Office and involves less scrutiny than UK citizen honours. Sunak has also reportedly considered nominating JPMorgan Chase boss Jamie Dimon.
Key Points
- Rishi Sunak considering nominating Eric Schmidt and Jamie Dimon for honours
- Speculation about Sunak's future post-Downing Street
- Honours process for non-UK citizens handled by Foreign Office
Pros
- Recognizing Eric Schmidt's contributions to Google and the tech sector
- Potential for strengthening UK-US ties through honours for US citizens
Cons
- Speculation and criticism about Sunak's possible future plans post-Downing Street
- Concerns about the honours process for non-UK citizens