UK Tory Leadership Race: Jenrick Confident of Final Two Spot

Jenrick's Confidence

Tory leadership hopeful Robert Jenrick is feeling confident about securing a spot in the final two contenders for the leadership position. Campaign sources have taken a swipe at fellow frontrunner Kemi Badenoch for going on holiday during the campaign, emphasizing Jenrick's hard-working approach.

Support for Jenrick

Former Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick received a boost as Shadow Justice Secretary Ed Argar backed his bid for the leadership position. This comes as Kemi Badenoch and ex-Home Secretary James Cleverly launch their campaigns ahead of the crucial vote on Wednesday.

Competition in the Race

Other contenders in the Tory leadership race include Shadow Welfare Secretary Mel Stride, former Home Secretary Dame Priti Patel, and ex-Security Minister Tom Tugendhat. Tory MPs will narrow down the candidates until two remain for a ballot of the wider party membership.

Badenoch and Cleverly's Campaign Messages

Kemi Badenoch plans to brand Labour as "clueless, irresponsible, and dishonest" while emphasizing the need for the Conservatives to focus on renewal. On the other hand, James Cleverly advocates for a "family-first society" that is not overly reliant on the state.