Kemi Badenoch wins Tory leadership race, defeating Robert Jenrick

Kemi Badenoch emerges victorious

KEMI Badenoch has emerged as the winner of the Tory leadership race, defeating her rival Robert Jenrick in a closely contested battle. The outspoken MP has been announced as the new Conservative Party leader with an undisclosed number of votes.

Challenges ahead for the new Tory leader

As the new leader, Kemi Badenoch faces the task of appointing a new Shadow Cabinet from a reduced number of Conservative MPs. Additionally, she will be taking on Sir Keir Starmer at Prime Minister's Questions in the near future.

Leadership style and priorities

Kemi Badenoch has been likened to Margaret Thatcher by Tory MPs, who believe she will be a strong opponent for the current Prime Minister. Her leadership campaign focused on restoring the party's Conservative values and addressing what she perceives as a shift towards left-leaning policies.

Controversial stances and background

Throughout her career, Kemi Badenoch has taken controversial stances on issues such as transgender rights, maternity pay, and personal responsibility. Born to Nigerian parents, she has a background in computer engineering and has held various roles in government and the private sector.

Family and personal life

Ms. Badenoch is married to banker and party activist Hamish Badenoch, with whom she has three children. Her diverse background and experiences have shaped her approach to leadership and policy-making within the Conservative Party.