Odds for next tory leader

The Conservative Party’s leadership contest has reached its final stage, with Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick the last two contenders.

The winner, to be announced on November 2nd, will replace Rishi Sunak as the party leader and become the Leader of the Opposition following the Conservatives’ heavy defeat in the July general election.

Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch, the current MP for North West Essex, has risen to prominence as a key figure on the right wing of the Conservative Party. Having served as shadow housing secretary, she is known for her strong, often provocative stances on culture wars and immigration. Badenoch is seen as a fresh voice in the party, often positioning herself as a straight-talker and unafraid to challenge the status quo.

If Badenoch becomes leader, her policies are expected to reflect her hardline views, particularly on issues like social cohesion and immigration. Economically, she would likely push for lower taxes and deregulation, advocating a more market-oriented approach to stimulate growth and appeal to business leaders. Badenoch also emphasises the need for tougher immigration controls, particularly in response to illegal migration

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