YouGov poll shows 12 Tory big beasts at risk of losing seats in 2024 General Election
- A recent YouGov poll conducted for Sky News reveals that 12 prominent Tory ministers are in danger of losing their seats in the upcoming 2024 General Election.
- The poll highlights the potential vulnerability of key Conservative figures like Hunt and Shapps in the election.
- The findings suggest significant shifts in political landscape and potential impact on the Conservative party's representation.
Twelve out of 26 cabinet members running for re-election might lose their seats, as shown by a YouGov poll for Sky News. This situation reminds people of when Michael Portillo lost his seat in 1997. The poll results have made some Conservative MPs worried. Grant Shapps, the defense secretary, is expected to lose to Labour by 18 points in Welwyn Hatfield. Mark Harper, the transport secretary, might lose to Labour by four points in Forest of Dean. Alex Chalk, the justice secretary, is at risk of losing by 31 points in Cheltenham. Mel Stride, the work and pensions secretary, could lose by one point in Central Devon. Gillian Keegan, the education secretary, might lose by five points in Chichester. Simon Hart, the chief whip, is at risk of losing by nine points in Caerfyrddin. David T C Davies, the Welsh secretary, could lose by 11 points in Monmouthshire.