Kemi Badenoch Faces Leadership Pressure as Reform UK Surges in Polls

The Conservative leader rejects election pact with Nigel Farage while some MPs question her ability to revive the party's fortunes.

Kemi Badenoch marks 100 days as Conservative leader, facing internal criticism over poor polling and lackluster performances at Prime Minister's Questions.
Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, has overtaken the Conservatives in some polls, fueling speculation about potential electoral pacts, which Badenoch firmly rejects.
Badenoch emphasizes unity within the Conservative Party and dismisses the idea of collaborating with Farage, citing concerns about alienating Tory voters.
Upcoming local elections in May 2025 and Scottish and Welsh elections in 2026 are seen as pivotal tests for Badenoch's leadership and the party's recovery efforts.
Badenoch's team adopts a media strategy focusing on long-form, right-leaning platforms to counter Reform UK's growing influence and media presence.