"Very strong rumours" UK election could be called this week for before Oct. 31- The Guardian

There are "very strong rumors" that a general election could be announced this week to take place before Britain leaves the European Union on Oct. 31, The Guardian's chief political correspondent said.

"Very strong rumors in Westminster today that election could be called this week - with the verbal commitment of polling day pre-Oct 31," Jessica Elgot wrote on Twitter.