Kemi Badenoch Calls for Tory Renewal Over Labour Criticism in Leadership Bid

Tory leadership: Badenoch warns against solely criticizing Labour to regain trust

In her upcoming speech to announce her candidacy for leadership, Kemi Badenoch will attack Labour but emphasize that her party must concentrate on "renewal" rather than just 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 confidence of the British public merely by highlighting Labour's shortcomings.

During her launch event for the Conservative leadership race on Monday, the ex-Business Secretary is set to criticize the current administration for not providing improved solutions.

Yet, even as she enumerates various grievances, such as "deceiving the British public about the UK's financial situation," she will assert that these actions will not aid her party in securing victory in the upcoming election.

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

"It's time to move beyond the policy debates of the previous legislature. We were defeated. We do not hold authority."

Labour will be unsuccessful; and when that moment arrives, with the British public seeking a new direction, we must represent that shift.

"We need to concentrate on rejuvenation. This includes 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 to date, paving the way for a Labour government to take charge for the first time in nearly a decade and a half.

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The Conservative Party is divided on its future course, with some members advocating a move back towards more moderate positions, while others prefer veering further right to counter the rise of Reform UK.

Ms. Badenoch, a leading candidate among conservatives, is contending with five others for the position vacated by 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 will deliver a speech asserting that his party needs to "embrace traditional Conservative principles" and advocate for reducing the size of government.

He will state that the Conservatives "need to unify and organize" to offer solutions for "a turbulent global environment, worldwide migration, and a growing skepticism about capitalism."

"He will emphasize the importance of the government maintaining transparency and practicality regarding its functions. He will discuss what the government is and isn't capable of achieving, suggesting that it should concentrate on excelling in a limited range of activities 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 state. However, Conservatives need to be transparent about the compromises required to effectively manage these duties."

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Discover more: Tugendhat proposes using the navy to combat illegal migration, similar to historical anti-slavery efforts. Jenrick expresses enthusiasm about including Johnson in his shadow cabinet team.

Mr. Cleverly will advocate for prioritizing family-based support networks over immediate state intervention in times of trouble.

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The contenders are garnering backing from their parliamentary colleagues before the initial vote on Wednesday, which will narrow down the group of competitors to four.

In the days leading up to the vote, notable addresses were 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 their votes to reduce the number of candidates to two.

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

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