Battle of ideas looming in British politics, Badenoch to say
Summary
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch will say that British politics faces a "battle of ideas" between her party and the Labour government. She plans to present the Conservatives as focused on economic growth and lower taxes, contrasting with Labour’s approach, ahead of the next general election.Key Facts
- Kemi Badenoch will deliver a speech at the Conservative party conference in Birmingham.
- She says the differences with Labour go to the core of what kind of country the UK wants to be.
- The Conservatives have pledged £10 billion for a UK air defence system.
- The party proposes cutting employer National Insurance contributions on earnings for 21 to 24-year-olds from 15% to 7.5%.
- Badenoch criticizes Labour for higher taxes and economic policies she calls "failed ideas of the past."
- Labour claims the Conservatives failed to grow the economy during their 14 years in power.
- The Conservatives plan to reduce the 40% inheritance tax rate and oppose new property taxes planned by Labour.
- Badenoch says the Conservatives want to return to a party that supports individuals keeping more of their earnings.
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