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Tom Tugendhat, a contender for the Tory leadership, has publicly condemned Reform UK leader Nigel Farage for his "deeply irresponsible and dangerous" remarks during recent riots across the country. Speaking in London, Tugendhat, who serves as the Shadow Security Minister, emphasized that the erosion of public trust has been exacerbated by misinformation and inflammatory political rhetoric, particularly from figures like Farage. He specifically criticized Farage for promoting conspiracy theories related to the Southport knife attack and for his delayed response to the riots. In a decisive statement, Tugendhat ruled out any potential alliance with Reform UK, asserting that Farage would not be welcome in the Conservative Party under his leadership. He attributed the unrest and violence seen on the streets to "years of Tory failure" and called for a period of "serious soul searching" regarding the underlying causes of the riots. Tugendhat's comments reflect a growing concern among some party members about the impact of divisive rhetoric on public sentiment and social stability. The political landscape appears to be shifting, as a recent poll revealed that a significant majority of the public, including 36% of Tory voters, are indifferent about who succeeds Rishi Sunak as party leader following the recent electoral setbacks. This sentiment underscores a potential disconnect between party leadership and the electorate's priorities, as many seem disengaged from the leadership contest.