UK Liberal Democrat council leader Julian Brazil questions Ed Davey's leadership

At the Liberal Democrats' annual conference in Brighton, UK, party leader Sir Ed Davey faces criticism from some members and MPs about the party's relevance. Devon County Council leader Julian Brazil publicly questioned Davey's leadership, saying the party lacks ambition. Despite winning a record 72 MPs in 2024, the party has slipped in polls. Davey defended his record, citing success in Devon, while some members expressed support for him.