Suella Braverman, the former home secretary, has made headlines with her bold statements regarding the recent local election results and the leadership of Rishi Sunak. In an interview with the BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Braverman did not hold back in her criticism, stating that Sunak needs to “own” responsibility for the outcomes of the elections.
Braverman emphasized that Sunak has been at the helm for about 18 months, making key decisions that have led to the current situation. She urged Sunak to take ownership of the results and work towards fixing any issues that may have contributed to the losses. Braverman also pointed out that Tory voters seem to be “on strike,” as evidenced by low turnouts and losses in Conservative strongholds.
In response to the election results, Braverman suggested that Sunak should consider implementing policies such as tax cuts and a cap on legal migration. She argued that a shift to the right could potentially help the party regain support from disillusioned voters who feel the Conservatives are not serious about certain issues.
When asked if she regretted supporting Sunak for the Tory leadership in 2022, Braverman candidly admitted, “Honestly, yes I do.” Her remarks have sparked discussions about the future of the Conservative Party and the potential need for a change in direction.
Overall, Braverman’s bold statements have added fuel to the ongoing debate within the Conservative Party about its leadership and strategy moving forward. As the party grapples with the aftermath of the local elections, all eyes are on Sunak and whether he will heed Braverman’s advice to take ownership and make necessary changes to address the concerns of voters.