Tag: Conservative Party

Boris Johnson Pledges to Fight On as Sajid Javid Calls Time on Parliamentary Career

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed he intends to stand again as MP for the Uxbridge and South Ruislip constituency, opening the door for a potential political comeback. His decision comes as former Chancellor of the Exchequer and Health Secretary Sajid Javid announced he will be leaving Parliament at the next election. The Conservative…


Truss’s Resignation a Symptom of Conservative Crisis in the Anglosphere

Commentary The resignation of Liz Truss after barely six weeks as the UK prime minister is seen by many commentators as the consequence of pursuing “extremist, experimental” economic policies. Yet Sir Humphrey Appleby—of “Yes Prime Minister” fame—would have described Truss as “very courageous” in pursuing free market polices, which are now almost universally panned by…


Truss Resignation a Symptom of Conservative Crisis in the Anglosphere

Commentary The resignation of Liz Truss after barely six weeks as the UK prime minister is seen by many commentators as the consequence of pursuing “extremist, experimental” economic policies. Yet Sir Humphrey Appleby—of “Yes Prime Minister” fame—would have described Truss as “very courageous” in pursuing free market polices, which are now almost universally panned by…


How the UK Will Choose Its New Prime Minister Following Liz Truss’s Resignation

The UK is set to choose yet another prime minister after Liz Truss was forced to resign on Oct. 20 after just six weeks in Downing Street. Truss had no choice but to step down after her entire economic programme based on massive unfunded tax cuts was scrapped following negative reactions from the financial markets,…


Truss Resignation Likely to Stall Canada-UK Trade Deal, Experts Say

More political tumult in Britain is likely to further stall trade talks with Canada, experts say. U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss stepped down today after a mere six weeks in office following ministers’ resignations over her controversial tax policies. The ruling Conservative Party says it will elect a new leader in a week, who will…


UK Parliament Launches Probe Into Claims Senior Tories Bullied MPs in Fracking Vote

The House of Commons has launched an investigation into claims that ministers “bullied” Conservative MPs during Wednesday’s vote on fracking. Fracking is a sensitive issue for the Conservative Party. While Prime Minister Liz Truss supports fracking, many Tory MPs face strong opposition to the practice in their constituencies. While Labour’s motion to ban fracking was…


Suella Braverman Resigns as UK Home Secretary After Sending Official Document From Personal Email

Suella Braverman has resigned as home secretary, only 43 days after she was appointed by Prime Minister Liz Truss, who is facing growing calls to step down. Braverman explained the reason for her resignation in a letter she posted on Twitter and said it had been an “honest mistake”. She said: “Earlier today I sent…


LIVE at 6:30 PM ET: New York State Conservative Party’s 2022 Fall Reception

The Epoch Times will livestream the New York State Conservative Party’s 2022 Fall Reception at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, New York, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET on Oct. 18. Access the livestream on this page, and also at EpochTV. * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.”…


LIVE NOW: New York State Conservative Party’s 2022 Fall Reception

The Epoch Times will livestream the New York State Conservative Party’s 2022 Fall Reception at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, New York, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET on Oct. 18. Access the livestream on this page, and also at EpochTV. * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.”…


New York State Conservative Party’s 2022 Fall Reception

The Epoch Times will livestream the New York State Conservative Party’s 2022 Fall Reception at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, New York, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET on Oct. 18. Access the livestream on this page, and also at EpochTV. * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.”…