CHELMSFORD’S MP confirmed he will be resigning as Theresa May has announced a shock general election.
Sir Simon Burns said it has been an honour to represent the city and the residents.
He announced he would retire at the time of the next general election in January last year but will now take early retirement due to the election this year.
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