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

Tory leadership: Badenoch emphasizes that criticizing Labour won't restore trust

In her upcoming speech to announce her leadership campaign, Kemi Badenoch will criticize the Labour party, yet she will stress the importance for her party to concentrate on "renewal" instead of 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 Conservative leadership campaign kickoff on Monday, the ex-Business Secretary is set to criticize the current administration for not providing improved solutions.

However, even though she will enumerate several critiques, such as deceiving the British public about the UK's financial situation, she will admit that these criticisms alone will not secure her party a victory in the upcoming election.

"Ms. Badenoch will assert that if the Conservatives aim to regain the trust of the British public, they must do more than merely highlight Labour's shortcomings, despite the enjoyment it may bring."

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

"Labour will not succeed; and when it does falter, and the British public seeks a new direction, we must be that alternative.

"We need to concentrate on rejuvenation. It's essential to revitalize our party, our political approach, and our mindset."

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Divisions have emerged within the Conservative Party regarding its future path. Some members advocate for a move back towards moderate policies, while others believe adopting more right-wing stances could better counter the rise of Reform UK.

Ms. Badenoch, widely viewed as the preferred candidate among conservatives, is competing with five others to succeed Rishi Sunak: Robert Jenrick, James Cleverly, Dame Priti Patel, Tom Tugendhat, and Mel Stride.

Mr. Cleverly is set to deliver a speech on Monday as parliament reconvenes after the summer break, where he will emphasize that his party needs to "return to true Conservative principles" and advocate for reducing the size of government.

He will declare that the Conservatives "need to unite" to offer solutions for "a turbulent global landscape, international migration, and a growing distrust in the capitalist system."

"This entails a frank and pragmatic view on the government's functions—identifying what it is and isn't capable of, and what it should and shouldn't undertake. The government ought to concentrate on excelling in fewer areas rather than performing poorly in many," he will further state.

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

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Discover further: Tugendhat suggests combating unlawful migration using the navy, similar to historical efforts against slavery. Jenrick expresses enthusiasm about including Johnson in his shadow cabinet.

Mr. Cleverly will advocate for prioritizing family support over state intervention as the initial solution when issues occur.

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

In the days leading up to the vote, significant addresses 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 month's end, where MPs will cast another vote to reduce the number of candidates to two.

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

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