News · 20 March 2026

Badenoch Launches Tory Campaign Amid Low Polls

The Conservatives face public support challenges as their local election campaign launches. Kemi Badenoch officially began the party's campaign at a London venue, with James Cleverly introducing her to party supporters. The party currently polls around 18% in opinion polls, and Badenoch pledged to cut the welfare bill and increase police numbers ahead of the May 7 elections."

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 March 2026 at 4:04

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