In the wake of disappointing local and mayoral election results for the Conservative Party, prominent figures within the party are urging Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to take decisive action to address the party's current trajectory. The elections, seen as a litmus test for the party's popularity, have resulted in a significant number of seats lost to opposition parties, notably Labour and the Liberal Democrats. This has led to a wave of criticism from within the party, with some members calling for a fundamental reassessment of the party's leadership and strategy moving forward.
Former Home Secretary Braverman has publicly called on Sunak to 'own' the dismal election results and to 'fix it,' highlighting a sense of urgency for the party to recalibrate its approach. Braverman's comments reflect a broader sentiment within the party that the current leadership may not be effectively connecting with traditional Conservative voters, many of whom are perceived to be 'on strike' and not turning out to support the party as they have in the past.
The election results have also reignited discussions about the party's direction and leadership, with some voices within the party suggesting that it may be too late to change leaders before the next general election. This has sparked debates about the potential for a return of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who remains a divisive figure within the party and the country at large.
As the Conservative Party grapples with these challenges, the opposition Labour…
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