Kemi Badenoch Criticizes Council Over Missing Postal Votes

2,600 ballots were not sent out in time, potentially impacting election results in North West Essex.

Badenoch claims the independent-run council failed to perform basic functions competently.
The council's chief executive apologized for the error, stating he was 'mortified.'
A close result could lead to a challenge, affecting Badenoch's eligibility for Tory leadership.
The council is delivering postal ballots by hand to resolve the issue.
Badenoch won her previous seat with a large majority, but the new constituency is considered marginal.