Kemi Badenoch
Coverage of Kemi Badenoch in the Nexus archive.
- The UK public is not shy to call out genocide. Will the new prime minister join them?
A YouGov poll commissioned by the Council for Arab-British Understanding (Caabu) shows 50% of Britons believe Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, with UK leaders like Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch, and Andy Burnham avoiding the term. The article highlights public support for sanctions against Israel despite political inaction and media reluctance to address genocide allegations.
- Kemi Badenoch and the young Tory she can really look up to!
The article highlights Kemi Badenoch and a young Tory who she can look up to.
- Badenoch says Farage ‘cracking under pressure’ as he triggers by-election
Conservative Leader Kemi Badenoch accused Nigel Farage of 'cracking under pressure' after he triggered a by-election in Clacton. Badenoch refused to confirm if the Tories would field a candidate, calling the move a 'gimmick' and a waste of taxpayer money.
- Labour and the Tories need to outflank the extremists
The article argues that Labour and the Conservatives must focus beyond cultural issues to counter extremists in elections. It highlights Kemi Badenoch and Andy Burnham as key figures needing to adopt this strategy.
- Kemi Badenoch says there's 'no way back' for Tory defectors as she brands them 'drama queens' and troublemakers
Kemi Badenoch claims there is 'no way back' for Tory defectors, referring to them as 'drama queens' and troublemakers.
- Andy Burnham says he will retain UK’s pension triple lock
Andy Burnham confirmed he will maintain the UK’s pension triple lock. He was questioned by Kemi Badenoch during a Reddit ‘ask me anything’ session.
- What does Burnham mean for Kemi, Nigel, Ed and Zack?
The article discusses the potential impact of Andy Burnham becoming Prime Minister on opposition parties, including whether Kemi Badenoch can lead a Tory revival, Reform's recovery, the Liberal Democrats' strategy, and the Greens' position. Sky News analysts Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy examine these political shifts and their implications for the next general election.
- Labour defence boost 'unravelling', warns Kemi Badenoch - as 'unfunded' plan leaves new hospitals and roads in the firing line for cuts
Kemi Badenoch warns that Labour's defence boost is 'unravelling' due to an 'unfunded' plan, which could result in cuts to new hospitals and roads. The warning highlights concerns about the financial viability of the proposed infrastructure and healthcare projects.
- Kemi Badenoch says Chancellor Ed Miliband would be a 'disaster' for Britain - as she compares him to a Nigerian military dictator in brutal energy tirade
Kemi Badenoch criticized Chancellor Ed Miliband, calling him a 'disaster' for Britain and comparing him to a Nigerian military dictator in a remarks on energy policy.
- Kemi Badenoch tries out her Andy Burnham attack lines
Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, criticized Andy Burnham, a Labour MP likely to become prime minister, warning of economic chaos under his leadership. Badenoch accused Burnham of lacking a plan and focusing on personal gain, while both Conservatives and Reform UK strategized to undermine his credibility by linking him to Labour's past unpopularity or portraying him as an ineffective insider.
- Kemi Badenoch accuses Andy Burnham of plotting economic 'bribe' for northern voters to return to Labour as she says he should sack Ed Miliband instead of making him chancellor
Kemi Badenoch accuses Andy Burnham of planning an economic 'bribe' to attract northern voters back to Labour. She argues Burnham should dismiss Ed Miliband rather than appoint him as chancellor.
- Voters 'overwhelmingly' back Kemi Badenoch's pledge not to do deal with Nigel Farage, poll reveals
A poll shows voters strongly support Kemi Badenoch's commitment to avoid a political deal with Nigel Farage. The pledge has garnered 'overwhelming' backing according to the survey results.
- Class warrior Bridget Phillipson's family made 900% profit on council home as Kemi Badenoch savages Education Secretary's politics of envy
Bridget Phillipson's family made a 900% profit on a council home, as Kemi Badenoch criticized the Education Secretary's 'politics of envy.'
- Kemi Badenoch dismisses Labour 'whining and hypocrisy' over her 'spiteful class warrior' jibe at Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson
Kemi Badenoch dismissed Labour's criticism of her 'spiteful class warrior' comment directed at Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson. The article highlights the political exchange between Badenoch and Phillipson.
- U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned following poor May local elections and internal government turmoil. Labour Party must now select a new leader as the country faces economic challenges linked to the war in Iran. Starmer's government faced criticism over policy reversals and the controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson, who was later arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
- The Tories are 'finished' declares Nigel Farage as he dismisses Kemi Badenoch's victory in Aberdeen South by-election as a 'protest vote' and defends Reform's loss in Makerfield
Nigel Farage claims the Tories are 'finished' and dismisses Kemi Badenoch's victory in Aberdeen South as a 'protest vote'. He also defends Reform's loss in Makerfield.
- POLL OF THE DAY: Is Kemi Badenoch right to rule out a deal with Reform?
A poll questions whether Kemi Badenoch is correct in ruling out a deal with Reform. The survey focuses on her decision to exclude potential negotiations with the Reform group.
- Badenoch attacks Farage over £5m gift and rules out Tory-Reform pact
Kemi Badenoch, the Conservative leader, criticized Nigel Farage for receiving a £5m gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne before the general election and ruled out an electoral pact with Reform UK following their poor performance in recent byelections.
- Mel Stride slams 'toxic' Reform UK as 'economic fantasists' as he sets out why Kemi Badenoch is ruling out Tories ever doing a deal with Nigel Farage
Mel Stride criticizes Reform UK as 'toxic' and 'economic fantasists'. He explains Kemi Badenoch's stance against a Tory deal with Nigel Farage.
- Kemi Badenoch: Why I will never do a deal with Farage - Tory leader issues a defiant pledge after the Right's split in Makerfield helps put Burnham on a path to Number 10
Kemi Badenoch pledged not to negotiate with Nigel Farage following a split in Makerfield that could aid Burnham's bid for Number 10. The Tory leader emphasized defiance amid political tensions.
- Reform like to dress up as Thatcherites... but they behave like Corbynites, writes Tory Party leader KEMI BADENOCH
Tory Party leader Kemi Badenoch criticizes Reform, stating they appear like Thatcherites but act like Corbynites. The article highlights a perceived contradiction in Reform's political behavior.
- Kemi Badenoch says historic victory in Aberdeen proves Tories can win ANYWHERE!
Kemi Badenoch claims a historic victory in Aberdeen demonstrates the Tories' ability to win in any location. The statement highlights confidence in the party's electoral potential.
- Tories beat SNP in Aberdeen South after relentless North Sea oil campaign
The Conservatives defeated the Scottish National Party in the Aberdeen South by-election, focusing on opposition to oil and gas drilling restrictions. The win marked a significant shift in the Scottish seat, with 14,308 Conservative votes compared to 8,258 for the SNP. Kemi Badenoch, the Tory leader, emphasized North Sea oil as critical to the region's economy.
- Tory leader Kemi Badenoch warns thousands of oil and gas jobs are at risk if SNP win crunch by-election
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch warned that thousands of oil and gas jobs could be at risk if the SNP wins an upcoming by-election. The warning highlights concerns about the impact of potential political changes on the energy sector.
- Kemi Badenoch leads fury at prospect of 'mass slaughter' of hundreds of semi-wild ponies on Dartmoor after quango ruling
Kemi Badenoch is leading fury against a quango ruling that could lead to the mass slaughter of hundreds of semi-wild ponies on Dartmoor. The decision has sparked opposition over concerns about the ponies' welfare.
- KEMI BADENOCH: Net-zero is the economics of the madhouse ... the war on oil and gas must end now
Kemi Badenoch criticizes net-zero policies as economically irrational, calling them 'the economics of the madhouse.' She argues the 'war on oil and gas' must end immediately.
- Labour and the SNP are destroying livelihoods... only the Tories will save North Sea oil, says Kemi Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch claims Labour and the SNP are harming livelihoods and asserts only the Tories can save North Sea oil.
- Kemi Badenoch says Keir Starmer should resign if he does not keep his word on defence: Tory leader warns Labour poses a 'major threat' to Britain's national security
Kemi Badenoch demands Keir Starmer resign if he fails to honor his defense commitments. The Tory leader warns that Labour poses a significant risk to Britain's national security.
- 'Work with me, Andy': Kemi Badenoch makes offer to wannabe PM Burnham to support welfare cuts in order to fund Britain's defence
Kemi Badenoch has proposed a collaboration with Andy Burnham, a potential future prime minister, to support welfare cuts aimed at funding Britain's defense.
- X accused of giving racists ‘impunity’ after refusing to bar N- and P-word posts
X has refused to remove social media posts containing racial abuse against UK politicians, including Kemi Badenoch, Shabana Mahmood, and Zia Yusuf, despite being reported as 'hate, abuse or harassment'. Researchers from British Future documented 30 instances where Badenoch was targeted with the N-word, with X taking no action in most cases.
- Northern Ireland secretary condemns Belfast riots as ‘racist thuggery’ after 12 police officers injured – UK politics live
Northern Ireland secretary Hilary Benn condemned Belfast riots as 'racist thuggery' after 12 police officers were injured. Conservative party leader Kemi Badenoch apologized for granting asylum to Sudanese national Hadi Alodid, who allegedly committed a knife attack, under a fast-track scheme.
- Can common sense replace Equality Act protections, as Kemi Badenoch suggests?
The Tory leader argues that the public sector equality duty, introduced after the Stephen Lawrence inquiry, encourages division and should be replaced with common sense, while legal experts warn that abolishing it would increase discrimination.
- 'Treat everybody the same': Kemi Badenoch vows to sweep away public sector race rules warning they are 'creating separatism'
Kemi Badenoch vows to eliminate public sector race rules, which she claims are fostering separatism. The announcement emphasizes treating everyone equally in the public sector.
- Labour accuses Badenoch of wanting to ‘turn clock back’ with plan to scrap public sector equality duty – UK politics live
Labour accuses Kemi Badenoch of wanting to scrap the public sector equality duty, which requires public authorities to consider the impact of their decisions on protected characteristics. Badenoch argues the duty is subjective and leads to legal challenges, calling for its removal to address issues in equalities legislation.
- Kemi Badenoch pledges to end identity politics in the public sector, saying: 'Let's sweep away this rubbish and bring back common sense'
Kemi Badenoch pledges to end identity politics in the public sector, using strong language to criticize it as 'rubbish' and advocate for 'common sense'.
- Kemi Badenoch calls for review of police response to Henry Nowak's murder
Kemi Badenoch has called for a review of the police response to the murder of Henry Nowak. The incident is highlighted with a family-provided photograph.
- The Guardian view on Henry Nowak’s murder: big tech and the far right are allied in an outrage arms race | Editorial
Henry Nowak, a stabbed teenager, was mistakenly handcuffed by police before they realized their error, as shown in body-cam footage. His family seeks to focus on reducing knife crime, but online platforms are spreading myths about policing and politicizing the tragedy. Three officers are under investigation, and the perpetrator faces a 20-year prison sentence.
- KEMI BADENOCH: Choose an MP determined to make Aberdeen great again... not one hellbent on destroying jobs and wealth
Kemi Badenoch urges voters to select an MP focused on revitalizing Aberdeen and avoiding one who threatens jobs and economic growth. The message emphasizes contrasting visions for the region's future.
- Kemi Badenoch meets Henry Nowak's family saying they want to 'rebuild trust' in police instead of 'tearing communities apart'... with PM due to hold talks in No10 later
Kemi Badenoch met with Henry Nowak's family to discuss rebuilding trust in the police rather than dividing communities. The UK Prime Minister is scheduled to hold talks at No10 later.
- Kemi Badenoch kicks off Pride month with warning to Tory councils not to fly ultra-woke flag that promotes 'contested ideas about gender identity and critical race theory'
Kemi Badenoch initiated Pride month by warning Tory councils against flying a flag described as 'ultra-woke' that promotes contested ideas about gender identity and critical race theory. The statement targets the flag's association with specific ideological concepts.