Kemi Badenoch Calls for Tory Renewal Over Criticism of Labour in Leadership Campaign Launch

Tory leadership: Winning back trust doesn’t hinge on criticizing Labour, asserts Badenoch

In a speech marking the start of her leadership campaign, Kemi Badenoch will criticize Labour but emphasize that her party should concentrate on rejuvenation instead of attacking the opposition to secure victory in the upcoming election.

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Monday, September 2, 2024 12:27

Kemi Badenoch will state that the Tories cannot regain the trust of the British public merely by criticizing Labour's shortcomings.

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

However, even though she will enumerate several criticisms, such as "deceiving the British public about the condition of the UK's finances," she will assert that this approach will not secure her party a victory in the upcoming election.

"Ms. Badenoch will state that if the Conservatives aim to regain the trust of the British public, they must do more than merely highlight Labour's faults, enjoyable though that may be."

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

Labour will be unsuccessful; and when they falter and the British public seeks a new direction, we must become that alternative.

"We must concentrate on rejuvenation. The rejuvenation of our party, our politics, and our mindset."

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In July, the Conservative Party experienced its most severe general election loss ever, leading to a Labour Party administration taking office for the first time in over a decade.

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There is a division among conservatives regarding the future path of their party; some members advocate for a move back towards moderation, while others support veering further right to counter the challenge posed by Reform UK.

Ms. Badenoch, considered a leading candidate among conservatives, is competing against five others to succeed Rishi Sunak: Robert Jenrick, James Cleverly, Dame Priti Patel, Tom Tugendhat, and Mel Stride.

On Monday, coinciding with parliament's resumption after the summer break, Mr. Cleverly is set to deliver a speech. In it, he will emphasize the need for his party to "embrace and embody conservative principles once more," advocating for a reduction in the size of government.

He will assert that the Conservatives "need to unite" to offer solutions for "a turbulent world, worldwide migration, and a growing distrust in capitalism."

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

"It is acknowledged that safeguarding its citizens and borders is a fundamental responsibility of the government. However, Conservatives need to openly recognize the compromises involved in executing these duties effectively."

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Further Reading: Tugendhat suggests combating unlawful immigration with naval forces, similar to anti-slavery efforts. Jenrick expresses approval of Johnson joining his shadow cabinet.

Mr. Cleverly will advocate for a society that prioritizes family support over turning to government assistance as the initial solution to issues.

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The contenders are courting endorsements from their parliamentary colleagues before Wednesday's initial vote, which will narrow down the group of participants to four.

Recent days have featured significant speeches from Mr. Tugendhat, Ms. Patel, and Mr. Jenrick leading up to the vote.

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A debate is scheduled to take place at the party conference at the end of this 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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