Double Blow
Tory rebels have issued a warning that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is "not safe" as they prepare to launch a fresh offensive against him. The Conservative Party is expected to suffer double by-election defeats on Thursday, alongside gloomy economic statistics suggesting the UK entered a recession late last year. Plotters are poised to capitalize on these setbacks to raise further questions about Sunak's leadership.
Storm Clouds Gathering
A source within the rebel camp stated, "Rishi Sunak is going to have a rough ride next week – economic data could show we are in recession and he could lose two by-elections. If this happens, you can expect to see the knives come out and the grid of sh*t make a comeback. The PM still is not safe."
Labour Gains Ground
Adding to the Tories' woes, a recent Opinium poll shows Labour surging ahead with an 18-point lead, up from 16 points two weeks ago. This growing advantage for the opposition party will only add fuel to the fire for the anti-Sunak rebels within the Conservative Party.
Gove Rallies the Troops
In an attempt to lift spirits within the Conservative Party, Michael Gove addressed Tory special advisers earlier this week. He reminded them of the Brexit campaign, which initially trailed in the polls but ultimately emerged victorious. Gove urged his colleagues to draw inspiration from that success and turn the tide in their favor.
Show of Unity
Tory heavyweight Lee Anderson also sought to demonstrate unity within the party. He campaigned in the by-election for the Conservative candidate in Kingswood, Bristol. Anderson's decision to board a London red double-decker bus for the trip was seen as a direct jab at Labour candidate Damien Egan, who left his role as mayor of Lewisham to run in the Gloucestershire seat where he grew up. Anderson accused Labour of being a "London party" that parachutes candidates into areas they have little connection to.
As the Tories face potential by-election defeats and economic challenges, the future of Rishi Sunak's leadership hangs in the balance. The plotters within the party are sharpening their knives, ready to seize upon any further setbacks to destabilize the Prime Minister. With Labour's lead in the polls growing, the pressure on Sunak and the Conservative Party is mounting. As the UK navigates these turbulent times, the Tory rebels are poised to make their move.
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