The Conservative Party is set to select a new leader in November following an extension of its timetable. Four Tory MPs will present their vision for leadership at the upcoming party conference this October, with Rishi Sunak remaining as interim leader until then.
Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, Tom Tugendhat, and Priti Patel are among those considering a bid for leadership. The revised schedule comes after debates within the party's executive and backbenchers on how long to extend the election process.
enasized by some as "self-indulgent," this decision is perceived by critics as favoring Nigel Farage, while others see it as a way for internal factions to express themselves before fading into obscurity. Despite Badenoch being viewed as a strong contender among grassroots members, the prolonged timetable has allowed other candidates an opportunity to make their mark in this leadership race.
The nomination process will open on July 24th and close two days later, with MPs able to propose four candidates who will then be shortlisted by the party. The final choice will involve a vote among party members, which is expected to conclude on November 2nd. However, only those having been part of the Conservative Party for at least nine months before this date are eligible to participate in the voting process.
Conservative MP Bob Blackman has taken charge as the returning officer for the election, and once party members have made their decision, campaign headquarters will oversee the final vote online. Rishi Sunak emphasized that he sees the importance of a smooth transition into leadership with the new timetable allowing ample time for discussion among party members.
Richard Fuller expressed his confidence in this approach, stating it places party members at its center. He highlighted the conference as an opportunity for volunteers to interact with potential candidates before making their decision on who they wish to see leading the Conservative Party.
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