Badenoch Calls for Tory Renewal Over Labour Critiques in Leadership Bid Launch

Tory leadership: Gaining trust isn't just about criticizing Labour, states Badenoch

In her upcoming speech to kick off her campaign for leadership, Kemi Badenoch will criticize Labour but emphasize that her party must concentrate on "renewal" rather than merely attacking the opposition to secure victory in the forthcoming election.

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Monday, September 2, 2024, 12:

Kemi Badenoch will assert that the Conservatives cannot regain the trust of the British public merely by highlighting Labour's shortcomings.

During her kickoff event for the Conservative leadership on Monday, the ex-Business Secretary will criticize the current administration for not providing improved solutions.

Although she will enumerate several criticisms, such as accusing others of deceiving the British public about the UK's financial situation, she will also state that these criticisms alone will not secure her party's victory in the upcoming election.

"Ms. Badenoch will state that if the Conservative Party hopes to regain the trust of the British public, they must do more than merely highlight Labour's shortcomings, entertaining though it may be."

"We must move beyond the repetitive policy debates of the previous legislature. We were defeated. We do not hold authority."

Labour will falter; and when it does, as the British public seeks a new direction, we must represent that transformation.

"We need to concentrate on rejuvenation. The rejuvenation of our party, our political approach, and our mindset."

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In July, the Conservative Party faced its most significant general election loss in history, which led to the Labour Party taking control of the government after 14 years.

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There is division among conservatives regarding the future path of their party; some advocate for a move back towards more moderate, central positions, while others suggest leaning further right as a strategy to counteract the influence of Reform UK.

Ms. Badenoch, regarded as a frontrunner among conservatives, is competing with five others to succeed Rishi Sunak: Robert Jenrick, James Cleverly, Dame Priti Patel, Tom Tughendhat, and Mel Stride.

Mr. Cleverly is set to deliver a speech on Monday, coinciding with parliament's return from its summer break, where he will emphasize that his party needs to "think and act like Conservatives again" and make a case for reducing the size of government.

He will declare that the Conservatives "need to organize ourselves" to offer solutions for "a turbulent global environment, worldwide migration, and a growing distrust in capitalism."

"He will emphasize the importance of the state having a clear and truthful understanding of its capabilities and limitations. It should concentrate on excelling in a limited number of tasks rather than attempting to manage all poorly," he will further state.

"We recognize that it is a fundamental responsibility of the government to safeguard its citizens and territorial integrity. However, Conservatives need to be candid about the compromises involved in executing these duties effectively."

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Further reading: Tugendhat proposes using the navy to combat illegal immigration, similar to historical anti-slavery efforts. Jenrick expresses approval of Johnson's potential role in his shadow cabinet.

Mr. Cleverly will advocate for prioritizing family support over turning immediately to government assistance when issues emerge.

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Candidates are canvassing for backing from their fellow parliamentarians before the initial vote on Wednesday, which will narrow down the number of contenders to four.

In the days leading up to the vote, significant speeches have been delivered by Mr. Tugendhat, Ms. Patel, and Mr. Jenrick.

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A debate is scheduled to take place at the party conference at the end of the month, where MPs will cast another vote to reduce the number of candidates to two.

The broader base of party members will cast their votes, and the victor will be declared on November 2.

Tune into The Politics Hub on Sky News tonight at 7pm.

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