Conservatives Get Double By-Election Drubbing
Oct 20, 2023, 11:02 AM
Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss a terrible night for the Conservatives as they lost both the Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire by-elections. Labour took the seats on the back of huge swings, with the Tories only able to offer the excuse that their voters didn't turn out on the day and it will all be ok at the General Election.
The Conservative might have to face another by-election too, after a report into MP Peter Bone found he had harassed and exposed himself to a member of staff. He's been booted out of the party, but a recall petition is likely on the cards.
The conversation also covers the futures of Conservative Party chairman Greg Hands and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Can they keep their jobs? Can anything turn around the fortunes of their party?
The Conservative might have to face another by-election too, after a report into MP Peter Bone found he had harassed and exposed himself to a member of staff. He's been booted out of the party, but a recall petition is likely on the cards.
The conversation also covers the futures of Conservative Party chairman Greg Hands and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Can they keep their jobs? Can anything turn around the fortunes of their party?
- Labour overturns huge majorities to inflict two by-election defeats on Tories - BBC News
- Peter Bone loses Tory whip after bullying and harassment finding - Guardian
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