Andy Burnham urges Labour to ‘re-arm’ for Kemi Badenoch comeback
Summary
Andy Burnham has urged Labour to prepare for a possible Conservative recovery under Kemi Badenoch while continuing to focus on Reform. Labour plans to devote more resources to challenging the Conservatives from January, ahead of May elections.Key Facts
- A More in Common poll put Conservative support at 25% last week, up from 18% and above the party’s 24% share at the last general election.
- Some Labour figures say Badenoch’s focus on economic issues could help the Conservatives regain support.
- Labour is considering highlighting the possibility of a Conservative-Reform pact as part of its electoral strategy.
- Another proposed approach is to focus on the Conservative Party’s overall image, including its shadow cabinet.
- Labour MPs in parts of London, Hertfordshire and Kent are among those seen as vulnerable to Conservative gains.
- Labour officials say the party still treats the Conservatives as a day-to-day electoral opponent.
- Labour plans to increase resources for challenging the Conservatives from January, ahead of May elections.
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