A high-stakes byelection in Clacton looms as the Conservative Party prepares to contest Nigel Farage’s seat, despite internal divisions over its winnability. With an ongoing standards investigation into his £5 million donation reportedly nearing its end, Farage’s rivals are bracing for a potential political showdown. The party’s willingness to fight in the seat contrasts with shadow cabinet doubts about securing victory, following his unexpected triumph in a previous byelection. The outcome could hinge on whether the inquiry’s findings shift public perception ahead of the contest.
Tories said to be ready to fight in Clacton, with standards investigation rumoured to be nearing its endNigel Farage’s rivals are gearing up for a byelection in Clacton in the months ahead, amid speculation that the standards inquiry into his £5m gift is nearing a conclusion.Conservative sources said the party was ready to fight in Farage’s seat, although senior figures in the shadow cabinet are divided about whether it would be winnable, given Farage’s victory in a byelection over the summer. Continue reading...
