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politics24 days ago•1 min saved

Sharon Osbourne urged to stand for Birmingham council election

Sharon Osbourne has been invited by Birmingham’s Conservative group to stand in the upcoming local elections after she hinted on social media that she might return to the city. Party leader Councillor Robert Alden published an open letter inviting her to stand to help “clean up Birmingham” and boost the council’s finances and services, with supporters touting her profile as a campaigning figure who could raise the city’s international profile.

via BBC|

#birmingham #conservative-party #local-elections

politics26 days ago•8 min saved

Poilievre taps Reagan playbook to reboot Conservative bid

Canada’s Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre rallies delegates in Calgary, channeling Ronald Reagan’s core question “Are you better off than four years ago?” as he rebuilds after last year’s Liberal victory and eyes a spring election, pressing issues like cost of living, crime, immigration and national security to broaden support, including among younger voters, while Liberal minority status remains a potential hinge for the campaign.

via Politico|

#canada #conservative-party #elections

politics27 days ago•4 min saved

Poilievre clinches strong delegate mandate with 87.4% at Conservative leadership review

Canada’s Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre won an 87.4% mandate from delegates in Calgary during a leadership review, reinforcing his grip on the party after recent electoral defeats. He used the occasion to call for unity and outlined a vision focused on affordability, crime, and a tougher stance against separatist movements in Alberta and Quebec, while facing ongoing questions about his likeability and polling gaps to the Liberals.

via BBC|

#alberta-separatism #canada-politics #conservative-party

politics28 days ago•5 min saved

Poilievre's leadership tested as Conservatives seek broader appeal

Canada's Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre faces a crucial leadership review at the Calgary convention, with delegates expected to back him but public polls showing a polarized view of his leadership and questions about widening the party's appeal, especially on the US and Trump. The test follows last year's election defeat, a later bid to redefine policy, and signals of possible cooperation with Liberals on select domestic issues.

via BBC|

#canada #conservative-party #leadership-review

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Badenoch apologises for Braverman remark as Tory defections to Reform UK mount

UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch apologised for a party statement referencing Suella Braverman's mental health after her defection to Reform UK, calling the remark wrong and retracting it; Braverman criticised the line, while Badenoch described defectors as 'drama queens' in a later speech amid a wave of Tory MPs joining Reform UK and ongoing debates over centrism and immigration.

via BBC|

#badenoch #braverman #conservative-party

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Braverman Decamps to Reform UK, Slams Conservative Direction

Former home secretary Suella Braverman defects from the Conservative Party to Reform UK, saying the Tories are too weak and centrist. Her move follows other right-wing defections and signals Reform’s growing momentum.

via BBC|

#brexit #conservative-party #politics

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Braverman Defects to Reform UK, Signaling Tory Defection Wave

Former Conservative Home Secretary Suella Braverman joined Reform UK, the fourth Tory MP to defect since the last election and the third this month, as Nigel Farage builds momentum against the Conservatives. Braverman criticised her former party's record and said she is ending “Tory betrayal and lies,” with analysts weighing how many more MPs might follow and what it means for upcoming by-elections and Labour’s position in the national conversation.

via BBC|

#conservative-party #nigel-farage #politics

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Jenrick’s switch tests Reform UK’s bid to unite the right

Robert Jenrick defects from the Conservatives to Reform UK after being sacked, raising questions about loyalty, timing, and whether Reform can unite the right without splitting the Tory vote, potentially sharpening the contest on the UK’s political right.

via BBC|

#conservative-party #nigel-farage #politics

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Jenrick's exit to Reform UK tests Tory hold on Britain's right

In a dramatic internal confrontation, shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick was sacked by Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch amid claims he planned to defect to Reform UK, underscoring a splintering of the British right and a looming realignment within the Tory ranks ahead of elections.

via The Economist|

#conservative-party #party-defections #politics

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Jenrick’s sacking could redefine the British right

Henry Zeffman argues that Robert Jenrick’s removal over alleged plans to defect to Reform UK marks a watershed moment for the Conservative Party and the wider British right, underscoring Tory fears of being overtaken by Reform, highlighting Badenoch’s leadership role, and illustrating a broader struggle over the party’s identity and future direction.

via BBC|

#conservative-party #kemi-badenoch #politics

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Carney's Week of Defections, Resignations, and Budget Battles

The week saw significant political turmoil with Conservative MP Jeneroux's voluntary resignation amid rumors of cross-party threats, internal party conflicts fueled by Poilievre's populist leadership, and a crucial upcoming vote on Carney's budget that could trigger a snap election if not passed.

via Politico|

#budget-fight #conservative-party #jeneroux-resignation

politics3 months ago•3 min saved

Badenoch Warns Conservative Party Faces Financial Shortfall

Kemi Badenoch revealed that the Conservative Party nearly ran out of money following their worst election defeat, but she managed to stabilize the party's finances and set a new policy agenda. She discussed her leadership challenges, the party's internal dynamics, and her views on political opponents like Reform UK and Nigel Farage.

via BBC|

#conservative-party #funding-crisis #kemi-badenoch

politics6 months ago•2 min saved

Poilievre Secures Parliament Seat in Alberta by-election

Canada's Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is projected to win a crucial Alberta by-election, securing a new Parliament seat after losing his previous constituency, which allows him to return to the House of Commons. The victory comes amid a record number of candidates and follows his recent defeat in Ottawa, with the win reinforcing his leadership ahead of a mandatory review in January.

via BBC|

#alberta #by-election #canada

politics1 year ago•9 min saved

Kemi Badenoch: The Culture Warrior Shaping Tory Politics

Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK's Conservative Party, argues that classic liberal values are under threat from ideologues who have "hacked" liberalism, turning it into a tool for authoritarian agendas. She emphasizes the need for "muscular liberalism and conservatism" to protect freedoms and counteract the expansion of state power. Badenoch calls for a defense of Western values and a focus on individual liberty, warning against complacency in the face of ideological threats.

via The FP|

#conservative-party #freedom #ideology

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Kemi Badenoch Unveils New Conservative Leadership Team

Robert Jenrick has accepted the role of shadow justice secretary in Kemi Badenoch's new shadow cabinet, as she seeks to unite the Conservative Party by appointing former leadership rivals and figures from different party wings. Badenoch is also expected to appoint Dame Priti Patel as shadow foreign secretary and Mel Stride as shadow chancellor. Despite past tensions, Jenrick and Badenoch have expressed mutual respect and a commitment to party unity. The full shadow cabinet announcement is anticipated soon, with other key appointments including Laura Trott as shadow education secretary.

via BBC.com|

#conservative-party #kemi-badenoch #politics