The New Statesman | UK politics and culture
The penultimate day of Tory Rome
Jul 3, 2024
George Eaton and David Gauke discuss the potential downfall of the Conservative Party in the UK general election, analyzing Boris Johnson's last-minute efforts to salvage the situation. They explore the challenges faced by the Tories in regaining voter trust and the implications of a weakened Conservative Party on the political landscape.
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- Conservatives face challenging election outcome with potential significant decrease in parliamentary strength.
- Weakened Conservative presence could hinder effective opposition and legislative processes in Parliament.
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