So far 11 Tory MP have put their names forward to become leader

And there are plenty more potential faces in the frame.

The race to become leader stepped up a gear over the weekend – so far 11 Tory MP have put their names forward for the top job.

The contest could be held at breakneck speed because Boris Johnson wants to stay on until a successor is found.

Some Scottish Conservatives have already started picking sides.

Our Westminster Correspondent Kathryn Samson reports.

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