Kemi Badenoch Confronts Tory Failures in Bid to Rebuild Trust

The Conservative leader acknowledges past mistakes on Brexit, migration, and net zero while outlining a vision for the party's future.

Kemi Badenoch criticized previous Conservative governments for mishandling Brexit, immigration, and net zero commitments, emphasizing the need for honesty to regain public trust.
She highlighted the party's achievements, such as benefit reforms and near full employment, but acknowledged recent years as particularly damaging for the Tories' reputation.
Badenoch expressed concerns about the growing appeal of the Reform Party, describing its rise as a protest vote and rejecting the idea of collaboration with Nigel Farage's party.
She proposed reforms to immigration policies, including potential caps on legal migration and linking unemployment benefits to tax contributions, while exploring citizenship tests focused on shared values.
Despite internal and external challenges, Badenoch emphasized unity within the Conservative Party and the importance of leaving a positive legacy for future generations.