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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Maddox

Kemi Badenoch: Nigel Farage could become prime minister

  • Following disastrous local election results for the Conservatives, party leader Kemi Badenoch acknowledged the possibility of Nigel Farage becoming the next Prime Minister.
  • Health Secretary Wes Streeting noted a realignment on the right, with Reform UK emerging as a significant threat to the Conservatives.
  • Badenoch admitted the Tory party's rebuilding will take considerable time, while Tory MPs are reportedly plotting her replacement.
  • Pollster Luke Tryl gave the Conservatives just 12 months to demonstrate relevance, highlighting losses in traditional strongholds.
  • Former Tory cabinet minister Justine Greening suggested the party needs a complete reinvention.

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