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Kemi Badenoch Leads Tory Conference

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According to the Times, external, Badenoch is also due to announce a cut to the 40% rate of inheritance tax - which applies to property worth more than £325,000.

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Mrs Badenoch warned her party's conference to prepare for a 'battle for the soul of this nation' of a type not seen since Margaret Thatcher took on Labour in the 1970s.

3 of 5 outletsfirst reported 7 Octwording from Daily Mail

In another step aimed at protecting families’ assets, the Tory leader said couples would be able to leave an additional £1 million tax free to their families.

3 of 5 outletsfirst reported 7 Octwording from Evening Standard

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Evening Standard7 Oct

Kemi Badenoch delivered a keynote speech at the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham, emphasizing plans to slash inheritance tax and cut benefits while positioning her party as the "no-drama" alternative to Labour's Andy Burnham. She promised that under a future Conservative government, no one would pay inheritance tax on their family home, calling it a move to support home ownership. Additionally, she…

Key points from Kemi Badenoch's Tory party conference speech: Inheritance tax, benefit cuts and 'no drama' →22 articles from Evening Standard on this story
Daily Mail8 Oct

Jacob Rees-Mogg discusses how Kemi Badenoch's speech at the Conservative Party conference represents a shift towards traditional Tory values, in contrast to Labour’s move leftward. He highlights the clear distinction now emerging between political parties and criticizes Reform UK and Restore Britain as not being true conservative entities but rather revolutionary ones with extreme positions. Additionally, Rees-Mogg…

My viral interview and how Kemi is offering hope to all those on the Right who feel politically homeless: JACOB REES-MOGG →12 articles from Daily Mail on this story
BBC7 Oct

Chris Mason reports from the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham, highlighting Kemi Badenoch’s strengthened leadership position within the party. The article notes a unified support among Conservatives for Badenoch, contrasting with previous dissent over her role. Notably, Badenoch announced a plan to reform inheritance tax during her speech, positioning it as a continuation of her strategy to appeal to the…

Chris Mason: Tories united behind Badenoch - but party still needs to win over voters →10 articles from BBC on this story
The Guardian7 Oct

Kemi Badenoch, leader of the Conservative Party, has become a central figure at the party's conference in Birmingham, where she is viewed as both a new captain and owner, transforming the party's image and direction. She is praised for her strong leadership and ideological shift towards the right, with some calling her policies "tablets of stone," indicating that she rarely changes her mind once set on a course of…

‘All me’: Tory party riding high on Kemi Badenoch’s wave of popularity →6 articles from The Guardian on this story
Sydney Morning Herald11 Oct

Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, delivered a powerful speech at the party's conference in Birmingham, addressing the rise of Reform UK and its leader Nigel Farage. Badenoch emphasized traditional British patriotism and criticized identity politics, positioning herself as an unapologetic voice against populist movements like Reform UK. She has gained significant support within the party for her…

UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch hits back hard at Reform: Angus Taylor take note →2 articles from Sydney Morning Herald on this story

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  1. 4 Oct

    “And, quite frankly, if we were doing so well the old way, then why did we have such a terrible issue in 2024?”

    2 outlets · Evening Standard
  2. 5 Oct

    To cut the price of a new-build home, the Conservatives have planned to ditch the Future Homes Standard and house building rules coming into force next year, which will mean developers must include low-carbon heating technology such as heat pumps or district heat networks.

    2 outlets · Daily Mail
  3. 6 Oct

    “Just because these ideas are delivered on TikTok doesn’t make them any less dangerous than they have always been.”

    2 outlets · Evening Standard
  4. 7 Oct

    According to the Times, external, Badenoch is also due to announce a cut to the 40% rate of inheritance tax - which applies to property worth more than £325,000.

    3 outlets · BBC

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Where to start From the 'drama queens' of Reform to the 'Paddington Bear PM', we reveal the main themes of Kemi's speech Daily Mail

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  • 7 Oct Badenoch vows to scrap inheritance tax on family homes and cut welfare spending
    Evening Standard
  • 7 Oct Kemi lets rip at Farage over £5m 'gift' as she turns her guns on Reform with blast at Tory defector 'drama queens' Jenrick and BravermanKemi Badenoch, Conservative Party leader, criticized Nigel Farage during the party's annual conference in Birmingham for financial scandals involving a £5 million payment from Chris Harborne and other misconduct allegations. She mocked Reform politicians, including ex-Tory defectors Robert Jenrick and Suella Braverman, calling them "drama queens." In response to Badenoch’s criticism, Farage stated that she had “no…Daily Mail
  • 7 Oct Tories accused of prioritising rich voters as Badenoch lays out inheritance tax cut planKemi Badenoch, a Conservative leader, announced plans at the party conference in Birmingham to abolish inheritance tax on family homes and allow couples to leave an additional £1m tax-free to their families. Critics argue this move benefits wealthy voters, with Tax Justice UK calling it a “massive inheritance tax giveaway.” Currently, less than 5% of families pay inheritance tax, and the plan aims to cut this figure…The Guardian
  • 7 Oct Don't tell me my kids aren't English! Kemi Badenoch lashes out at Reform UK over 'Englishness' row as she urges Tories to not let Nigel Farage's party 'take us backwards'Tory leader Kemi Badenoch criticized Reform UK during her speech at the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham for questioning people's identity as English, particularly targeting comments made by Reform MP Suella Braverman. Braverman had previously suggested that British Asians like herself cannot be considered English due to their heritage. Badenoch, who was born to Nigerian parents and is a mother of…Daily Mail
  • 7 Oct Key points from Kemi Badenoch's Tory party conference speech: Inheritance tax, benefit cuts and 'no drama'Kemi Badenoch delivered a keynote speech at the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham, emphasizing plans to slash inheritance tax and cut benefits while positioning her party as the "no-drama" alternative to Labour's Andy Burnham. She promised that under a future Conservative government, no one would pay inheritance tax on their family home, calling it a move to support home ownership. Additionally, she…Evening Standard
  • 7 Oct Badenoch vows to slash inheritance tax in ‘battle for soul of the nation’Tory leader Penny Badenoch vowed to cut inheritance tax during her party’s conference speech, aiming to reduce the number of families paying it by more than half. She accused the Labour government of being “addicted to welfare” and criticized its economic policies as causing debt and stifling growth. Emphasizing a focus on economic issues over cultural debates, Badenoch promised to implement a “tough love” approach…Evening Standard
  • 7 Oct Key points in Kemi Badenoch’s speech at Conservative Party conferenceKemi Badenoch, the Conservative Party leader, addressed party members in Birmingham, promising tax cuts including changes to inheritance tax laws that would exempt family homes from taxation. She positioned the next election as a battle between her party's belief in low taxes and Labour’s proposed higher spending policies. Badenoch also criticized Reform UK, urging their supporters to return to the Conservative…Evening Standard
  • 7 Oct Badenoch says Tories will ‘battle for soul of nation’ in tax-cutting speechIn her upcoming speech at the Tory conference, Kemi Badenoch will argue that the Conservative Party is fighting for Britain's national identity by emphasizing tax cuts and economic growth. The pledges include reducing employer national insurance rates for younger workers and eliminating a proposed tax on expensive homes. She also plans to lower inheritance tax thresholds, framing these policies as a battle against…Evening Standard
  • 7 Oct Kemi lashes Labour's 'tax doom loop': Badenoch to vow to slash job-killing NICs and death duties in Tory speech today - as she warns party election will be 'battle for Britain's soul'Kemi Badenoch, speaking at the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham, criticizes Labour's economic policies as a "tax doom loop" that harms prosperity. In her speech today, she pledges to reduce employment taxes and challenge inheritance tax, advocating for smaller government and increased economic growth. She frames the upcoming election as a critical battle for Britain’s future direction, contrasting the…Daily Mail
  • 7 Oct Badenoch says Tories will ‘battle for soul of nation’ in tax-cutting speechKemi Badenoch, Conservative Party leader, will deliver a speech at their conference warning that without better economic growth, "something is going to break." She plans to emphasize tax-cutting measures such as halving employer national insurance for younger workers and eliminating a proposed tax on mansions valued over £2 million. Badenoch aims to contrast the Conservatives' vision of reduced government…Evening Standard
  • 7 Oct Badenoch expected to announce plan to cut inheritance tax and claim UK faces ‘battle of ideas’ over spending – UK politics liveKemi Badenoch, Conservative Party chair, is set to propose cutting inheritance tax during her keynote speech at the party conference. The expected proposal focuses on reducing the 40% rate applied to estates valued over £325,000 or £500,000 if a home is given to a direct descendant. This move is part of Badenoch's broader theme of addressing public finances and positioning the upcoming election as a battle between…The Guardian
  • 7 Oct Kemi Badenoch to end 'tax grab' on London in full-blown battle against Labour GovernmentKemi Badenoch, during her keynote speech at the Tory annual conference in Birmingham, criticized the Labour Government's policies as part of a broader tax-cutting agenda. She plans to argue that high taxes are unsustainable and harmful to economic growth, contrasting this with Labour’s proposals such as nationalizing water companies and seizing properties from landlords who fail to maintain their homes adequately…Evening Standard
  • 7 Oct Battle of ideas looming in British politics, Badenoch to sayConservative leader Kemi Badenoch is set to deliver a speech at her party’s annual conference in Birmingham on Wednesday, emphasizing a "battle of ideas" against Labour's new government led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Badenoch will argue that the Conservatives prioritize individual economic freedom and growth, contrasting this with what she views as Labour's outdated and interventionist policies. She plans to…BBC
  • 6 Oct Next election will be ‘battle for the soul of the nation’, Badenoch to sayAt the Conservative Party conference, minister Nadine Badenoch will deliver a speech warning that the upcoming election will be a significant ideological battle for Britain's future. She plans to criticize Labour for its economic policies, accusing them of believing growth is driven by politicians and leading a "tax doom loop" that impoverishes citizens. Badenoch will emphasize her party’s commitment to reducing…Evening Standard
  • 6 Oct Why Tories are talking about winning the next electionAt this year's Conservative Party conference in Birmingham, despite polls showing they would lose heavily if an election were called today, senior figures including leader Kemi Badenoch express optimism about winning the next general election. This mood stems partly from their resilience against Reform UK and improvements in public perception of Badenoch, who now has a positive approval rating according to pollsters…BBC
  • 6 Oct Kemi Badenoch rules out Reform UK coalition in event of hung parliamentConservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch addressed concerns about her party's third-place standing in opinion polls at their annual conference by emphasizing a return to core principles. When asked if the party was in denial, she responded that they were feeling positive because of their clear political identity rather than an expectation of imminent electoral success. She ruled out forming a coalition with Reform UK…Evening Standard
  • 5 Oct Tories are united behind Badenoch, but MPs want focus on economy over culture wars to win back votersAt the Conservative Party conference, Kemi Badenoch faced a quick-fire Q&A where she responded to questions about leadership rivals with directness and humor. The Tories are more united now than they have been in years, partly due to their mutual dislike of defectors like Robert Jenrick, who was recently expelled from the party. While unity is also bolstered by Badenoch's leadership stability and the threat posed by…The Guardian
  • 5 Oct Tories plan ‘bonfire’ of red tape in bid to speed up development – GriffithAndrew Griffith, shadow chancellor of the Conservative Party, announced plans to reduce regulatory burdens in order to lower housing costs and stimulate development. He claims these measures could decrease the price of new homes by £50,000 and will be detailed at the party’s annual conference in Birmingham on Monday. The proposals include abolishing arm's-length bodies like Natural England and the Environment…Evening Standard
  • 5 Oct Tories plan ‘bonfire’ of red tape in bid to speed up development – GriffithAndrew Griffith, shadow chancellor for the Conservative Party, announced plans to reduce regulatory burdens and lower taxes in order to speed up development and cut new home prices by an estimated £50,000. Key measures include eliminating the future homes standard and community infrastructure levy, merging functions of Natural England and the Environment Agency into Defra, and simplifying the tax code. Griffith…Evening Standard
  • 5 Oct Tories plan ‘bonfire’ of red tape in bid to speed up development – GriffithAndrew Griffith, the shadow chancellor, announced plans to reduce regulatory burdens in an effort to lower housing costs and stimulate development. The Conservative Party claims these measures could decrease new home prices by £50,000 and include removing regulations like the future homes standard and section 106 agreements. Griffith also proposed abolishing bodies such as Natural England and the Environment Agency…Evening Standard
  • 5 Oct Tories plan ‘bonfire’ of red tape in bid to speed up development – GriffithAndrew Griffith, the shadow chancellor, outlined plans to simplify regulations and reduce taxes to speed up development and lower housing costs in the UK. He aims to cut red tape by removing or merging certain government bodies such as Natural England and the Environment Agency, reducing requirements for new builds like low-carbon heating technology, and replacing multiple charges with a single infrastructure levy…Evening Standard
  • 5 Oct Tories to unveil economic policies after Badenoch pledges ‘radical measures’Kemi Badenoch, the shadow chancellor of the Conservative Party, has warned that "radical measures may be necessary" at an upcoming election and plans to unveil a deregulation project aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on businesses. Andrew Griffith, another member of the party, will present economic policies on Monday, focusing on cutting costs for new build properties by eliminating requirements like low-carbon…Evening Standard
  • 5 Oct Tories vow to end Big State Britain: Shadow chancellor condemns Burnham's '1970s socialist fever dream' as he unveils plans to slash Net Zero, axe quangos and simplify taxAt the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham, Shadow Chancellor Andrew Griffith unveiled plans aimed at deregulating the economy and reducing state intervention. The proposals include cutting Net Zero regulations, abolishing environmental agencies like the Environment Agency and Natural England, and simplifying tax laws to stimulate economic growth. Griffith claims these measures could lower house prices by up…Daily Mail
  • 5 Oct QUENTIN LETTS: They're all slightly terrified of Kemi... a pocket neutron bomb, an intellectual ankle biter, a 5ft 4in raptorQuentin Letts reports on the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham where Kemi Badenoch delivered a speech that left attendees both frightened and impressed. The article describes Badenoch as a formidable presence despite her small stature, using metaphors like "pocket neutron bomb" to convey her impact. Matthew Syed’s speech compared Badenoch's approach to welfare reform with Schopenhauer's philosophy…Daily Mail
  • 5 Oct Kemi's common sense blueprint: Unveiling policy blitz at party conference, she hails 'old school values' on economy, law and order and borders as the key to election victoryAt the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham, Kemi Badenoch announced plans to reset the party with a return to "old school values" like law and order, economic stability, and border control, positioning these as keys to electoral success ahead of potential upcoming elections. The plan includes building 50,000 new prison places, expanding free childcare entitlements, and hinting at scrapping inheritance tax…Daily Mail
  • 5 Oct The Conservative Party has a bold agenda – but there’s a problemKemi Badenoch, leader of the British Conservative Party, delivered a speech at the party's annual conference in Birmingham where she warned about financial constraints facing the country and emphasized the need for spending cuts. This stance contrasts with Labour Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s promise to increase spending on household support. Badenoch highlighted Britain's current economic challenges and criticized…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 5 Oct The Papers: Badenoch's 'bonfire of green laws' and 'Drop in global dealmaking'
    BBC
  • 5 Oct Tories to unveil economic policies after Badenoch pledges ‘radical measures’At the Conservative Party conference, Kemi Badenoch, shadow chancellor, announced radical measures including ambitious deregulation projects aimed at reducing living costs and improving economic conditions. Andrew Griffith is set to unveil detailed economic policies on Monday, focusing on cutting housing regulations that add to construction costs, abolishing stamp duty tax, and simplifying business taxes. The…Evening Standard
  • 5 Oct The Morning Poll: Do you trust Kemi Badenoch to fix broken Britain?Kemi Badenoch, the new leader of the Conservative Party, addressed party members on the first day of their conference by promising to serve as a 'no-nonsense mum' for British politics. She outlined plans to uphold the pension triple lock, reduce inheritance tax, focus on public safety, and stop benefits for those she describes as "workshy scroungers." The article invites readers to participate in an online poll…Daily Mail
  • 5 Oct Britain's biggest environmental quangos and Net Zero rules face the axe to help jolt UK economy back to lifeAndrew Griffith, the Shadow Chancellor of the Conservative Party, plans to abolish Britain's largest environmental quangos—the Environment Agency and Natural England—to reduce regulatory burdens on the economy. He argues that this deregulation could lower new home prices by up to £50,000 and stimulate economic growth. Additionally, Griffith will pledge to scrap Labour’s proposed 'grocery tax' on packaging, which is…Daily Mail
  • 4 Oct Kemi Badenoch pledges manifesto of ‘radical measures’Kemi Badenoch, UK shadow chancellor, announced plans at the Conservative Party conference to introduce significant deregulation and economic measures ahead of the next election. She emphasized the need for radical steps due to stalled living standards and excessive regulation, advocating for increased domestic North Sea energy production and criticizing current net zero policies as driving up electricity costs by…Evening Standard
  • 4 Oct Shadow chancellor to unveil Tory plans to cut taxes and regulationsAndrew Griffith, the Conservative shadow chancellor, is set to unveil plans at the party's conference in Birmingham to cut taxes, reduce regulations, and lower housing costs. He aims to abolish Natural England and the Environment Agency and replace section 106 agreements with a single levy for developers to streamline funding for community projects. Griffith describes this initiative as "the most ambitious…BBC
  • 4 Oct Tories to pledge to scrap Environment Agency and Natural EnglandThe Conservative Party plans to announce at their conference that they will abolish Natural England and the Environment Agency as part of a broader initiative to streamline regulations and reduce costs for developers. This includes scrapping rules requiring affordable homes and community services like GP surgeries from new developments, aiming to speed up infrastructure and housebuilding projects. The party leader…The Guardian
  • 4 Oct Tories will win the next election with new political bible, Badenoch claims
    Evening Standard
  • 4 Oct Tories will win the next election with new political bible, Badenoch claims
    Evening Standard
  • 4 Oct Tories will win the next election with new political bible, Badenoch claims
    Evening Standard
  • 4 Oct Kemi Badenoch says Tories will be party of ‘common sense’ as party conference beginsKemi Badenoch, the Conservative Party leader, opened their annual conference in Birmingham by positioning her party as one of "common sense" and responsibility rather than the previously criticized "nasty party." She announced plans to expand free childcare for higher-earning parents earning up to £100,000 per year, with a cost estimate of £700 million annually. This policy aims to address the current childcare…Evening Standard
  • 4 Oct I'm a classic old school Conservative, says Kemi BadenochKemi Badenoch, the Conservative leader, declared herself a "classic old school Conservative" at her party's annual conference, emphasizing common sense policies and asserting that welfare should serve as a safety net rather than a lifestyle. She presented a 100-page statement outlining her principles and criticized recent government failures for not reversing Labour’s structural changes effectively. Badenoch pledged…BBC
  • 4 Oct Badenoch: Tories will be party of ‘common sense’ under my watchKemi Badenoch, the new Conservative Party leader, presented her party as one of "common sense" during its annual conference in Birmingham, emphasizing policies like tightening welfare regulations and expanding prison capacity. She defended these measures by asserting they reflect timeless conservative values rather than signaling a return to past criticisms of the party being too harsh or punitive. Badenoch also…Evening Standard
  • 3 Oct Tories renewed and different since 2024 defeat, says Badenoch before conference
    Evening Standard
  • 3 Oct Badenoch returns to Conservative conference much stronger than a year agoKemi Badenoch returns to the Conservative conference a year after facing potential leadership challenges due to poor poll numbers. Now, her approval ratings have improved significantly, with recent polls showing a rise from negative 27 in May 2025 to negative 3. She has gained more support among past Conservative voters and is seen as neutral by some who previously viewed her negatively. Luke Tryl of the More in…The Guardian
  • 3 Oct Kemi Badenoch has cemented her image. Now she wants to put her party back on the big stageKemi Badenoch, the current Conservative Party leader, is preparing for a significant party conference in Birmingham’s Symphony Hall in 2026, which marks an improvement from previous smaller events. Her leadership has seen increased public recognition and approval, despite ongoing issues of trust within the party. The conference will feature traditional conservative themes such as expanding prison capacity and…BBC

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