Popular Conservatism Launch Overshadowed by High-Profile Departures and Calls for Party Unity

Published on February 7, 2024

Former Prime Minister Liz Truss launched her so-called Popular Conservatism (PopCon) initiative on Tuesday, after her key ally and former chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng, announced his departure from Parliament after the next election, casting a shadow over the group’s launch. The event, aimed at rejuvenating conservative principles, also witnessed the notable absence of Sir Simon Clarke, another ally of Ms. Truss, following controversial statements questioning the leadership of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Despite these setbacks, the launch was bolstered by the presence of staunch supporters of the former prime minister, including Dame Priti Patel, Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, and Lee Anderson, signalling a significant rallying point for the movement....

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