Tory Leadership Candidates Face Criticism at Party Conference

Liz Truss asserts that hopefuls must address the country's dire state and party's internal issues.

• Former Prime Minister Liz Truss criticized leadership candidates for not acknowledging the severity of the country's problems.
• Candidates Robert Jenrick, Tom Tugendhat, Kemi Badenoch, and James Cleverly are vying to replace Rishi Sunak.
• Jenrick and Tugendhat focus on Brexit and ECHR issues, while Badenoch and Cleverly emphasize broader reforms.
• Tory members are divided on leaving the European Court of Human Rights, with Jenrick advocating for it and others proposing reforms.
• The leadership contest will narrow from four to two candidates in the next fortnight, with merchandise giveaways highlighting campaign strengths.

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