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Kemi Badenoch dismisses Rachel Reeves' historic position as first female chancellor

Kemi Badenoch downplayed the significance of Rachel Reeves' achievement as the first female Chancellor, referring to it as a low glass ceiling.

The Tory leadership contest continues to deliver for Labour | John Crace

The Tory party's disconnection from broader public sentiment jeopardizes its electoral viability.
Jimmy Dimly's candidacy reflects an urgent need for the Tories to engage normalcy in politics.

Kemi Badenoch dismisses Rachel Reeves' historic position as first female chancellor

Kemi Badenoch downplayed the significance of Rachel Reeves' achievement as the first female Chancellor, referring to it as a low glass ceiling.

The Tory leadership contest continues to deliver for Labour | John Crace

The Tory party's disconnection from broader public sentiment jeopardizes its electoral viability.
Jimmy Dimly's candidacy reflects an urgent need for the Tories to engage normalcy in politics.
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The Tories' Fearless Four battle to the end. Alas, that's just the beginning | John Crace

The Tory leadership election appears disconnected and inconsequential amidst global crises.

Kemi Badenoch is member of Tory Whatsapp group called Evil Plotters'

Kemi Badenoch and Michael Gove are members of a Tory Whatsapp group named Evil Plotters.
Badenoch denies involvement in plots against Rishi Sunak but is part of a group that stokes her leadership ambitions.
from www.theguardian.com
9 months ago

The Guardian view on the Tory right and Trump: a moral abyss and an electoral dead end | Editorial

The Tory party is facing internal strife and criticism of Rishi Sunak's leadership.
There are ideological and geographic challenges within the Conservative base that make recovery difficult.
from www.theguardian.com
9 months ago

This is getting silly': senior Tories criticise Simon Clarke after he calls for Sunak's resignation UK politics live

Conservative MPs overwhelmingly disagree with Simon Clarke's call for Rishi Sunak to resign.
Privately, other Tory MPs have been even more critical of Clarke, questioning his leadership abilities.
from www.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Thatcherism, austerity, Brexit, Liz Truss... goodbye and good riddance to all that | Will Hutton

The Tory party faces a dire future due to lack of unity and coherent leadership.

The Tories' Fearless Four battle to the end. Alas, that's just the beginning | John Crace

The Tory leadership election appears disconnected and inconsequential amidst global crises.

Kemi Badenoch is member of Tory Whatsapp group called Evil Plotters'

Kemi Badenoch and Michael Gove are members of a Tory Whatsapp group named Evil Plotters.
Badenoch denies involvement in plots against Rishi Sunak but is part of a group that stokes her leadership ambitions.

The Guardian view on the Tory right and Trump: a moral abyss and an electoral dead end | Editorial

The Tory party is facing internal strife and criticism of Rishi Sunak's leadership.
There are ideological and geographic challenges within the Conservative base that make recovery difficult.

This is getting silly': senior Tories criticise Simon Clarke after he calls for Sunak's resignation UK politics live

Conservative MPs overwhelmingly disagree with Simon Clarke's call for Rishi Sunak to resign.
Privately, other Tory MPs have been even more critical of Clarke, questioning his leadership abilities.

Thatcherism, austerity, Brexit, Liz Truss... goodbye and good riddance to all that | Will Hutton

The Tory party faces a dire future due to lack of unity and coherent leadership.
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#uk-politics

Former PMs have a wealth of experience. Why not put some on the Tory leadership ballot? | Simon Jenkins

Experience in leadership roles is undervalued in politics, as seen in the choices of recent party leaders.

Tories think being weird makes them interesting, but it just makes them weird | John Crace

The Tory party's descent into irrelevance is marked by their embrace of weirdness instead of addressing their electoral failures.
from www.theguardian.com
2 months ago

In search of clout in Tory race, Jimmy Dimly brings on the Shappster | John Crace

In the current political climate, enjoying oneself can be seen as taboo, reflecting the somber atmosphere caused by a long tenure of Tory governance.
from The New Yorker
7 months ago

What Have Fourteen Years of Conservative Rule Done to Britain?

Living standards have fallen in the U.K.
The country is exhausted by constant political drama.

Tory mayor Andy Street says he would return money from donor Frank Hester - BBC News

The row over alleged racist comments made by a top Tory donor continues.
Differing responses within the Conservative Party on handling the situation.

Exodus of long-serving MPs leaves Commons facing wave of change

High number of departing MPs ahead of next election, including experienced former secretaries of state.
Concerns about Tory party being left with inexperienced MPs after the departures.
from www.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Former PMs have a wealth of experience. Why not put some on the Tory leadership ballot? | Simon Jenkins

Experience in leadership roles is undervalued in politics, as seen in the choices of recent party leaders.

Tories think being weird makes them interesting, but it just makes them weird | John Crace

The Tory party's descent into irrelevance is marked by their embrace of weirdness instead of addressing their electoral failures.

In search of clout in Tory race, Jimmy Dimly brings on the Shappster | John Crace

In the current political climate, enjoying oneself can be seen as taboo, reflecting the somber atmosphere caused by a long tenure of Tory governance.

What Have Fourteen Years of Conservative Rule Done to Britain?

Living standards have fallen in the U.K.
The country is exhausted by constant political drama.

Tory mayor Andy Street says he would return money from donor Frank Hester - BBC News

The row over alleged racist comments made by a top Tory donor continues.
Differing responses within the Conservative Party on handling the situation.

Exodus of long-serving MPs leaves Commons facing wave of change

High number of departing MPs ahead of next election, including experienced former secretaries of state.
Concerns about Tory party being left with inexperienced MPs after the departures.
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from www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
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Moderation out and madness to the fore in the Tories' Birmingham echo chamber | John Crace

The Tory party conference reflects a focus on narcissism and madness over moderation, making any new leader ultimately irrelevant.

Boris Johnson to go on second holiday instead of joining Tory election campaign trail

Boris Johnson avoiding campaign trail to prevent alienation of voters in crucial seats. Endorsing candidates through videos and letters instead.

Moderation out and madness to the fore in the Tories' Birmingham echo chamber | John Crace

The Tory party conference reflects a focus on narcissism and madness over moderation, making any new leader ultimately irrelevant.

Boris Johnson to go on second holiday instead of joining Tory election campaign trail

Boris Johnson avoiding campaign trail to prevent alienation of voters in crucial seats. Endorsing candidates through videos and letters instead.
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Sunak struggles to control Tory party on chaotic fifth day of election campaign

Rishi Sunak faced challenges in controlling his party during the Tory election campaign, including defections and criticisms on policies and commitment.

Gloom for Sunak as he admits Rwanda flights won't take off and more Tories quit

Rishi Sunak's decision to call a general election for July 4 faced backlash and setbacks, including discontent among Tory MPs and polling showing a decline in Tory support.

Rishi Sunak vows to fight on - but Tory MPs feel gloomy

Rishi Sunak emphasizes the need to fight on despite disappointing election results.

Rishi Sunak defends claim local election results point to a hung parliament

Rishi Sunak defends hung parliament claim despite skepticism from Tory MPs and polls, pointing to closer election than polls suggest.

Tories losing Houchen and Street would set vultures circling', Rishi Sunak warned

Rishi Sunak's leadership at stake in upcoming mayoral elections.

Rishi Sunak to urge Tory MPs to pull together' ahead of local elections

Rishi Sunak calls for Tory unity ahead of local elections
Using financial trouble in Birmingham as rallying cry for Conservatives

Sunak struggles to control Tory party on chaotic fifth day of election campaign

Rishi Sunak faced challenges in controlling his party during the Tory election campaign, including defections and criticisms on policies and commitment.

Gloom for Sunak as he admits Rwanda flights won't take off and more Tories quit

Rishi Sunak's decision to call a general election for July 4 faced backlash and setbacks, including discontent among Tory MPs and polling showing a decline in Tory support.

Rishi Sunak vows to fight on - but Tory MPs feel gloomy

Rishi Sunak emphasizes the need to fight on despite disappointing election results.

Rishi Sunak defends claim local election results point to a hung parliament

Rishi Sunak defends hung parliament claim despite skepticism from Tory MPs and polls, pointing to closer election than polls suggest.

Tories losing Houchen and Street would set vultures circling', Rishi Sunak warned

Rishi Sunak's leadership at stake in upcoming mayoral elections.

Rishi Sunak to urge Tory MPs to pull together' ahead of local elections

Rishi Sunak calls for Tory unity ahead of local elections
Using financial trouble in Birmingham as rallying cry for Conservatives
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Labour criticises Rishi Sunak's national service plan as unfunded' UK politics live

Tory candidate selection process ongoing quickly. No jail time for not partaking in national service under Tory plan.

Tories scramble to find almost 200 election candidates after exodus

The Tory party faces challenges in filling candidate vacancies for constituencies, creating urgency for swift selections.
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Natalie Elphicke: Starmer faces anger after Tory MP's defection

Sir Keir Starmer admitted Tory MP Natalie Elphicke into Labour, causing mixed reactions among MPs.

Labour declares victory in London mayor race as Sadiq Khan expected to be re-elected

Labour expects Sadiq Khan to be re-elected as London Mayor
Mr. Khan won four out of fourteen wards, facing some dissatisfaction
Allegations of Islamophobia affected both Tory and Labour candidates' campaigns

Tory minister disowns his own party's misleading attack on Sadiq Khan

A Tory minister disowns a misleading video clip shared by his own party that took a quote from Sadiq Khan out of context
Labour Party suspends prospective MPs after controversial comments made at a meeting in Rochdale

Bombshell poll shows Rishi Sunak on course to hold just 80 Tory seats

The Tory party is facing an electoral wipeout, with a poll suggesting they could end up with just 80 seats, the lowest ever for the party.
The poll shows Keir Starmer's Labour Party on track to win a larger majority than Tony Blair in 1997, with 452 seats.

Migration is dominating Sunak's premiership but the pressure on Starmer may be even greater | Martin Kettle

Labour hopes Tory party continues to remind voters why they turned away from Conservatives
Recent divisions and difficulties within the Tory party are a reminder of their dysfunction

Starmer insists Labour overhaul is not just a paint job - with jab at Corbyn

Sir Keir Starmer plans to revamp the Labour Party to win over disaffected Tory voters.
He will criticize Jeremy Corbyn and Ed Miliband and promise to end the Tory psychodrama.

Natalie Elphicke: Starmer faces anger after Tory MP's defection

Sir Keir Starmer admitted Tory MP Natalie Elphicke into Labour, causing mixed reactions among MPs.

Labour declares victory in London mayor race as Sadiq Khan expected to be re-elected

Labour expects Sadiq Khan to be re-elected as London Mayor
Mr. Khan won four out of fourteen wards, facing some dissatisfaction
Allegations of Islamophobia affected both Tory and Labour candidates' campaigns

Tory minister disowns his own party's misleading attack on Sadiq Khan

A Tory minister disowns a misleading video clip shared by his own party that took a quote from Sadiq Khan out of context
Labour Party suspends prospective MPs after controversial comments made at a meeting in Rochdale

Bombshell poll shows Rishi Sunak on course to hold just 80 Tory seats

The Tory party is facing an electoral wipeout, with a poll suggesting they could end up with just 80 seats, the lowest ever for the party.
The poll shows Keir Starmer's Labour Party on track to win a larger majority than Tony Blair in 1997, with 452 seats.

Migration is dominating Sunak's premiership but the pressure on Starmer may be even greater | Martin Kettle

Labour hopes Tory party continues to remind voters why they turned away from Conservatives
Recent divisions and difficulties within the Tory party are a reminder of their dysfunction

Starmer insists Labour overhaul is not just a paint job - with jab at Corbyn

Sir Keir Starmer plans to revamp the Labour Party to win over disaffected Tory voters.
He will criticize Jeremy Corbyn and Ed Miliband and promise to end the Tory psychodrama.
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Tories warned not to embrace rightwing extremism' after disastrous local elections

Tories were warned for not being right-wing enough, with calls for embracing a more extreme agenda and criticizing Rishi Sunak's leadership.
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Sadiq Khan Rips Lee Anderson For Fuelling Hate Crime' After ITV Publish Leaked Recording

Sadiq Khan criticized Reform UK MP for fueling hate crime and violent threats against him.

Lee Anderson Loses Tory Whip After GB News Claim Islamists' Control London Mayor

Islamophobic remarks led to Tory party expulsion
Consequences for making controversial statements on GB News

Sadiq Khan urges progressives to back him amid concern about new voting system

Sadiq Khan warns progressive voters about the risk of handing the London mayoralty to the right-wing Tories unless they back Labour.
Most Londoners are unaware of the complete overhaul of the voting system for the upcoming mayoral contest, which now uses the first past the post system.

Sadiq Khan Rips Lee Anderson For Fuelling Hate Crime' After ITV Publish Leaked Recording

Sadiq Khan criticized Reform UK MP for fueling hate crime and violent threats against him.

Lee Anderson Loses Tory Whip After GB News Claim Islamists' Control London Mayor

Islamophobic remarks led to Tory party expulsion
Consequences for making controversial statements on GB News

Sadiq Khan urges progressives to back him amid concern about new voting system

Sadiq Khan warns progressive voters about the risk of handing the London mayoralty to the right-wing Tories unless they back Labour.
Most Londoners are unaware of the complete overhaul of the voting system for the upcoming mayoral contest, which now uses the first past the post system.
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You can't rule out a complete panicked meltdown': Tories fear wipeout after another disastrous week

Tory party struggles with internal discipline ahead of local elections despite attempts to regain reputation through welfare reform speech.

Hester row and Anderson defection have left Sunak weaker than ever

No. 10 delayed condemning racist remarks by Tory mega-donor
Tory MPs concerned about Sunak's leadership abilities
#general-election

Our chances? Zero and getting worse': inside a Tory death spiral

The chances of the Tories winning the next general election are perceived as very slim by former cabinet ministers
Suggestions to revive the Tory party include bold action from Rishi Sunak or replacing him as a leader, which are seen as unlikely to happen.

Spring Budget 2024: Ask our chief political commentator anything

The spring Budget announcement by Jeremy Hunt may include tax cuts, spending reductions, and a vaping products levy.
The statement will offer insights into the Tory party's strategies before the upcoming general election.

Our chances? Zero and getting worse': inside a Tory death spiral

The chances of the Tories winning the next general election are perceived as very slim by former cabinet ministers
Suggestions to revive the Tory party include bold action from Rishi Sunak or replacing him as a leader, which are seen as unlikely to happen.

Spring Budget 2024: Ask our chief political commentator anything

The spring Budget announcement by Jeremy Hunt may include tax cuts, spending reductions, and a vaping products levy.
The statement will offer insights into the Tory party's strategies before the upcoming general election.
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Diane Abbott racism row: Readers call for Tories to return 10m donation

Pressure to return 10 million donation from Frank Hester for racist and sexist remarks towards Diane Abbott.
Tory party divided on whether to return the donation.

Diane Abbott row: Tory minister says they'd take more cash from donor Frank Hester

Tory minister willing to accept more cash from donor despite racist comments
Growing disagreement within Tory party over accepting money from controversial donor.

Hunt's 2p Budget tax cut is not silver bullet' to rescue party, Osborne warns

Chancellor announced tax cuts but received criticism from senior Tories
Budget aimed at appealing to voters with tax cuts, NHS funding, and child benefit reforms

Lee Anderson offers blunt six-word response to questions on Islamophobia row

Anderson refused to answer questions about his future and past remarks, walked out of the building without a clear response.
He ignored queries about joining Reform UK, apologizing for his comments, or the suspension by Rishi Sunak, opting to leave instead.

Standing down: who are the MPs calling time before the next UK election?

90 MPs won't seek re-election, highest since 2010
Exodus of 11 Tory former secretaries of state expected

The seven most bizarre takeaways from Liz Truss's Popular Conservatism launch

Liz Truss launches Popular Conservatism movement to unite the Tory party with hardline policies on taxes, immigration, and human rights.
Truss criticizes Tory colleagues for being more focused on their next job and popularity at dinner parties than conservative principles.
#amendments

Full list of Tories who turned on Sunak to back Rwanda amendments

Two Tory deputy chairmen resigned over Rishi Sunak's Bill aimed at reviving the stalled Rwanda deportation plan.
Around 60 Tory MPs voted in favor of amendments to the Safety of Rwanda Bill, indicating unease within the Conservative Party.

Lee Anderson and Brendan Clarke-Smith's resignation letter in full

Two Tory deputy chairmen resign after backing amendments to strengthen the Rwanda Bill
MPs reject amendments to the Bill aimed at preventing or delaying removals to Rwanda

Full list of Tories who turned on Sunak to back Rwanda amendments

Two Tory deputy chairmen resigned over Rishi Sunak's Bill aimed at reviving the stalled Rwanda deportation plan.
Around 60 Tory MPs voted in favor of amendments to the Safety of Rwanda Bill, indicating unease within the Conservative Party.

Lee Anderson and Brendan Clarke-Smith's resignation letter in full

Two Tory deputy chairmen resign after backing amendments to strengthen the Rwanda Bill
MPs reject amendments to the Bill aimed at preventing or delaying removals to Rwanda
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Rishi Sunak claims new Rwanda asylum bill will prevent legal challenges

Rishi Sunak announces new legislation to prevent legal challenges and allow deportation flights to Rwanda.
His immigration minister, Robert Jenrick, quits over proposed law, causing blow to Sunak's authority.

I'm just being honest': Suella Braverman denies spreading poison' to oust Sunak

Former home secretary Suella Braverman denies trying to oust Rishi Sunak and defends her outspoken attacks on him and her provocative comments on immigration and homelessness.
Braverman believes in being honest and not shying away from confronting controversial issues, even if it upsets polite society.

If the Tories needed proof that Rishi Sunak is a loser, they found it in a game of marbles | Isabel Hardman

Rishi Sunak's cancellation of the Greek prime minister over the Parthenon marbles reflects a lack of focus on ordinary MPs and voters.
Sunak's decision was a personal reaction to grandstanding about an issue that could have implications for other artefacts.

Ex-PM Cameron returns to government as Sunak sacks Braverman

David Cameron has returned to frontline politics as Foreign Secretary, surprising many in Westminster.
Cameron's appointment is seen as a risk due to his previous views on China and disagreements with Rishi Sunak's decisions.
The sacking of controversial Home Secretary Suella Braverman could pose challenges for the Prime Minister in unifying the Tory party.

Rishi Sunak claims new Rwanda asylum bill will prevent legal challenges

Rishi Sunak announces new legislation to prevent legal challenges and allow deportation flights to Rwanda.
His immigration minister, Robert Jenrick, quits over proposed law, causing blow to Sunak's authority.

I'm just being honest': Suella Braverman denies spreading poison' to oust Sunak

Former home secretary Suella Braverman denies trying to oust Rishi Sunak and defends her outspoken attacks on him and her provocative comments on immigration and homelessness.
Braverman believes in being honest and not shying away from confronting controversial issues, even if it upsets polite society.

If the Tories needed proof that Rishi Sunak is a loser, they found it in a game of marbles | Isabel Hardman

Rishi Sunak's cancellation of the Greek prime minister over the Parthenon marbles reflects a lack of focus on ordinary MPs and voters.
Sunak's decision was a personal reaction to grandstanding about an issue that could have implications for other artefacts.

Ex-PM Cameron returns to government as Sunak sacks Braverman

David Cameron has returned to frontline politics as Foreign Secretary, surprising many in Westminster.
Cameron's appointment is seen as a risk due to his previous views on China and disagreements with Rishi Sunak's decisions.
The sacking of controversial Home Secretary Suella Braverman could pose challenges for the Prime Minister in unifying the Tory party.
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