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A previous member of the Conservative cabinet has delivered a scathing criticism of Rishi Sunak, urging him to step down as prime minister.
Sir Simon Clarke cautioned that his party may face extinction if Mr Sunak continues to lead during the next round of elections.
Unfortunately, Sir Simon, who previously served as Liz Truss’s secretary for levelling up, stated, “Rishi Sunak has transformed from an asset to a hindrance.”
He stated, “We need to remove false beliefs and no longer accept any leniency towards them… [and] his lackluster leadership is the primary barrier to our progress.”
Sir Simon Clarke is calling for a shift in leadership within the UK Parliament.
According to a piece in The Daily Telegraph, a high-ranking member of the Tory party stated that Mr Sunak was not the only one responsible for the party’s decline in popularity during an election year. However, they did assert that his unimpressive leadership is the primary hindrance to the party’s revival.
He stated that Rishi Sunak is guiding the Conservatives towards an election where they will face a devastating defeat.
Nevertheless, he faced criticism from fellow high-ranking members of the Conservative Party. In a scathing evaluation, a previous member of the cabinet stated, “Simon Clarke’s outburst is inconsequential.”
Nevertheless, the intervention implies that there will be no decrease in the criticism that Mr. Sunak will receive from his own party leading up to the election.
Out of the 11 Conservative MPs who opposed the prime minister’s Rwanda Bill during its third reading earlier this month, Sir Simon was one of them. This was despite Mr Sunak successfully quelling a larger rebellion within the Tory party.
The bill passed the first stage in the House of Commons despite some members of Parliament calling for changes to make the proposed law stricter.
Sir David Davis, the former Brexit secretary, expressed to Sky News that the situation is becoming ridiculous.
Both the party and the nation are exhausted from MPs prioritizing their own ambitions for leadership over the best interests of the UK.
“It is high time for these individuals to recognize their responsibility to the nation, which outweighs their personal ambitions for leadership.”
Conservative senior member David Davis emphasized to fellow members that their obligation to the nation takes precedence over their individual aspirations for leadership.
Liam Fox, a senior member of the Tory party and former Secretary of State, cautioned his fellow colleagues against self-centeredness and division within the party at this time.
Individuals with a plan to disrupt the government during an election season must comprehend the repercussions. As someone who has spent 13 years on the forefront of opposition, I can attest to the misery of such a position. Take heed.
The ex-home secretary, Dame Priti Patel, stated: “During this crucial period for our nation, with difficulties both domestically and internationally, our party must prioritize the needs of our citizens and work towards progress for the country. Indulging in simplistic and divisive behavior only benefits our adversaries; it’s time to come together and focus on our responsibilities.”
Earlier today, Member of Parliament Tobias Ellwood, a Conservative backbencher, described Mr. Clarke’s remarks as “risky, careless, and selfless”. He also stated that “an increasing number of colleagues are publicly distancing themselves from Simon Clarke”.
The national campaign coordinator for Labour has stated that the Tories are creating “yet another circular firing squad.”
In response to Sir Simon Clarke’s call for Rishi Sunak to resign, Pat McFadden MP, Labour’s national campaign coordinator, stated:
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The Labour party’s main priority is to serve the people of Britain, while the Conservatives continue to engage in internal conflicts.
There are numerous valid justifications for removing this worn out Conservative administration and freeing the British population from constant conflicts within the Tory party is definitely one of them.
“Despite internal conflict within the Conservative party, Labour remains dedicated to improving the future of our nation. We aim to achieve widespread economic growth throughout Britain, generating the necessary resources to support the NHS, education, and public safety. Our goal is to revitalize the country after 14 years of Conservative inadequacy.”
Meanwhile, Daisy Cooper, the deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats and a Member of Parliament, expressed her disbelief over the Conservative Party’s discussion of appointing a fourth Prime Minister without consulting voters.
Once again, the Conservative party is in disarray as families struggle with rising expenses and an overwhelmed NHS.
“The constant drama within the Conservative Party has worn out the public. It is now up to Rishi Sunak to allow voters the opportunity to end this ridiculous situation by calling for a general election.”
We have reached out to Downing Street for a statement.
Source: independent.co.uk
