Ex-Tory MP Predicts Angela Rayner as Future PM at Birmingham Conference
- Michael Fabricant criticized Labour leader Keir Starmer, calling him 'deeply flawed' and suggesting he may face challenges in maintaining leadership.
- He speculated that Angela Rayner could take over as Prime Minister, indicating a potential shift in Labour leadership.
- The Conservative Party conference highlighted the need for the Tories to recover from electoral defeats and appeal to younger voters.
In Birmingham, during the Conservative Party conference, former Tory MP Michael Fabricant expressed his views on the future of UK politics, particularly regarding the Labour Party. He criticized current Labour leader Keir Starmer, labeling him as 'deeply flawed' and a 'dud,' suggesting that his leadership could face challenges if he does not gain popularity soon. Fabricant speculated that Angela Rayner, the deputy Prime Minister, might be positioned to take over as Prime Minister, indicating a potential shift in Labour leadership dynamics. He noted that the instability within political parties often arises from new members who may panic easily, hinting at possible unrest within Labour if Starmer's popularity does not improve. The conference also highlighted the challenges facing the Conservative Party as they seek to recover from recent electoral defeats and appeal to younger voters, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming leadership contest in shaping the party's future direction.