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Kemi Badenoch now leads the ‘Tinkerbell Tories’

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EXPLORE THE ISSUE 17 May 2025
issue 17 May 2025

Market choice has long been an article of faith in the Conservative party. But the Tories are less keen on competition when it comes to their own fate. Traditionally, the party’s historic market share ensured that, after some time in opposition, the pendulum eventually swung back their way. That rule no longer holds true.

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