The Conservative leader claimed the process of rebuilding the party was a “marathon, not a sprint” and warned there were a number of challenges to face, including the local elections which she said would be “very difficult”.

Putting what seems like an appropriate end to one of the most depressing years in recent political history, the Conservative Party is determined to undermine its new leader.

KEMI BADENOCH admitted today that there is no “quick fix” following the Tories’ 2024 election defeat and the rise of Reform UK.

Kemi Badenoch has insisted she is doing “well” as Tory leader, despite mounting concern in the party at the start she has made in the job. The former Conservative cabinet minister succeeded Rishi Sunak in the role after defeating Robert Jenrick in November.