New Conservative Leader Candidates Present Plans to Colleagues

The Conservative Party is currently facing a pivotal moment as it prepares for its third conference in Birmingham, which will also serve as a hustings for leadership candidates. The four contenders—Robert Jenrick, Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, and Tom Tugendhat—are tasked with presenting their visions to a party that has experienced significant turmoil. This follows a history of leadership changes within the party, notably the transition from Harold Macmillan to Alec Douglas-Home in 1963, and the rise of David Cameron in 2005, who promised a modern approach to conservatism. The current candidates must navigate the challenges of uniting a fractured party and addressing the concerns of their colleagues and members. The outcome of this conference will be crucial as the parliamentary party will ultimately narrow the candidates down, shaping the future direction of the Conservative Party.