UK Conservative Party Faces Internal Turmoil, Set to Dump Kemi Badenoch’s Leadership

The UK Conservative Party is grappling with internal divisions as speculation mounts over the future of its leader, Kemi Badenoch, just six months after she succeeded Rishi Sunak.

Elected in November 2024 following the party’s historic electoral defeat, Badenoch’s leadership is under scrutiny amid declining poll numbers and rising support for Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party.

Senior Conservative figures are urging party members to remain calm amid predictions of significant losses in the upcoming local elections.

Calls are growing within the party for unity and a rejection of potential pacts with Reform UK or attempts to depose current leader Kemi Badenoch.

Despite a Conservative Home poll indicating dissatisfaction among party members over her pace, Badenoch remains steadfast, dismissing the poll as unrepresentative.
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In response to the internal unrest, the Conservative Party has reportedly raised the threshold required to trigger a vote of no confidence in its leader. The number of MPs needed has increased from 15% to 33%, making it more challenging to initiate a leadership challenge against Badenoch.

As the party approaches the upcoming local elections, Badenoch’s leadership faces a critical test. The outcome may determine whether she can solidify her position or if the internal pressures will lead to a leadership contest.