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Labour Challenges New Tory Leader Kemi Badenoch on Economic Policy

Badenoch Faces Pressure Over Labour's Budget Proposals Amid Political Divisions
Labour has immediately challenged newly elected Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch to endorse Rachel Reeves's budget plans, which include significant tax increases, spending, and borrowing.

This sets a divide in economic policy and public service funding.

Kemi Badenoch, 44, has made history as the first black leader of a major UK political party, winning 56.5% of the Conservative Party members' votes against Robert Jenrick.

Badenoch, with Nigerian heritage, follows in the footsteps of previous female Tory leaders, including Margaret Thatcher.

In her acceptance speech, Badenoch refrained from highlighting her race or gender, emphasizing instead a need for honesty about the party's recent shortcomings.

She hinted at a strategic plan for governance to challenge Labour in the next elections.

Meanwhile, Labour, under Rachel Reeves, has announced a budget featuring £40bn in tax hikes and increased borrowing for capital projects, urging Conservatives to declare their stance as parliamentary votes loom.

Labour's Reeves criticized the Conservatives' lack of clarity on public investment, questioning whether Badenoch opposes necessary funding for national infrastructure and public services.

Departing Tory leader Rishi Sunak and former shadow chancellor Jeremy Hunt have opposed these budget plans, labeling increased employer national insurance contributions as detrimental to job creation.

The budget has received a mixed reaction, facing business criticism but gaining support from the International Monetary Fund for its focus on long-term investment.

Recent polls indicate modest increases in approval ratings for Labour leaders Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves.

However, Prof. Tim Bale cautions that while Badenoch's leadership could signal a conservative shift focusing on cultural issues, it may risk alienating moderate voters unless significant public service reforms are proposed.
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