Kemi Badenoch Stresses Tory Renewal Over Labour Critiques in Leadership Launch

In her upcoming speech to kick off her campaign for Tory leadership, Kemi Badenoch will criticize Labour. However, she will emphasize that her party should concentrate on rejuvenation instead of just attacking the opposition to secure victory in the forthcoming election.

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Monday, September 2, 2024 12:27

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

At the initiation of her campaign for Conservative leadership on Monday, the ex-Business Secretary will criticize the current administration for not providing "something better."

However, even though she will enumerate various criticisms, such as "deceiving the British public about the condition of the UK's finances," she will also state that this approach will not aid her party in securing victory in the forthcoming election.

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

"We need to move beyond the recurring policy debates of the previous legislature. We were defeated. We don't hold authority."

Labour will falter; and when that moment arrives, with the British public seeking a new direction, we must embody that transformation.

"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 ever, leading to the Labour Party taking control for the first time in over a decade.

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The Conservative Party is divided on its future path, with some members advocating for a move back towards moderation while others propose veering further right to counter Reform UK's influence.

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

On Monday, coinciding with parliament's reconvening 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 true Conservative principles" once more, advocating for a reduction in the size of government.

He will assert that the Conservatives need to "organize ourselves effectively" to offer solutions to issues such as "a turbulent global environment, widespread migration, and a growing distrust in capitalism."

"This implies a truthful and practical understanding of the government's function. It's about recognizing both its capabilities and limitations, focusing on excelling in fewer tasks rather than inadequately managing everything," he will further state.

"It is acknowledged that the principal responsibility of the government is to safeguard its citizens and its territorial integrity. However, Conservatives need to openly acknowledge the compromises involved in effectively fulfilling these duties."

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

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The contenders are canvassing for backing from their parliamentary colleagues before the initial vote on Wednesday, which will narrow the group down to four participants.

In the days leading up to the vote, significant 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 month's end, at which point 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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