Kemi Badenoch sacks Mel Stride and Priti Patel, appoints Andrew Griffith as shadow chancellor in Tory reshuffle
UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch carried out a major frontbench reshuffle, sacking former cabinet ministers Mel Stride and Priti Patel and appointing Andrew Griffith as shadow chancellor. Griffith was a key architect of Liz Truss's 2022 mini-budget, which caused economic turmoil. Tom Tugendhat became shadow foreign secretary. Critics accused Badenoch of "shuffling deckchairs on the Titanic" and promoting figures tied to past failures.
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Kemi Badenoch Appoints Andrew Griffith as Shadow Chancellor Despite His Role in Truss's Mini-Budget
Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK Conservative Party, has appointed Andrew Griffith as the new shadow chancellor, replacing Mel Stride in a frontbench reshuffle. Griffith was a key architect of former Prime Minister Liz Truss's disastrous 2022 mini-Budget, which proposed £45 billion in unfunded tax cuts. The mini-Budget caused interest rates to soar, inflation to spike, and the pound to collapse, leading to Kwasi Kwarteng's sacking and Truss's resignation. Despite this, Griffith publicly defended the plan at the time, arguing it would drive economic growth. A senior Tory source described Griffith as a 'no-nonsense, pro-growth shadow chancellor' and said he and Badenoch are in 'complete lockstep' on backing business and cutting taxes. The appointment signals Badenoch's continued commitment to Truss-era economic policies.
Kemi Badenoch Accused of 'Shuffling Deckchairs on the Titanic' With Tory Frontbench Shake-Up
Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, has been criticized by political opponents for her second frontbench reshuffle, which saw the dismissal of former cabinet ministers Priti Patel and Mel Stride. Andrew Griffith, a key architect of Liz Truss's 2022 mini-budget, was appointed shadow chancellor, while Tom Tugendhat became shadow foreign secretary. Other changes included Katie Lam as shadow housing secretary, Rebecca Paul as shadow culture secretary, and Damian Hinds returning as shadow health secretary. A Reform UK spokesman accused Badenoch of 'moving the deckchairs around the titanic' and promoting net zero and ECHR supporters. Labour chair Bridget Phillipson criticized the promotion of a 'key architect of Liz Truss's disastrous mini Budget,' arguing the Conservatives have learned nothing from their electoral defeat. The reshuffle aims to refresh the opposition frontbench ahead of the next general election.
Kemi Badenoch Accused of 'Shuffling Deckchairs on the Titanic' in Tory Frontbench Shake-Up
Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, has been accused of 'shuffling the deckchairs on the Titanic' after she sacked two former cabinet ministers, Priti Patel and Mel Stride, in her second frontbench reshuffle. Andrew Griffith, an architect of Liz Truss's disastrous mini-Budget, replaced Stride as shadow chancellor, while Tom Tugendhat took over from Patel as shadow foreign secretary. Other changes included Katie Lam replacing James Cleverly as shadow housing secretary, Rebecca Paul as shadow culture secretary, and Damian Hinds returning as shadow health secretary. The reshuffle drew sharp criticism from political rivals. A Reform UK spokesman accused Badenoch of promoting supporters of net zero and the ECHR, saying the Conservatives have not learned from their failures. Labour chair Bridget Phillipson criticized the promotion of a key architect of Truss's mini-Budget, calling it evidence of Badenoch's lack of judgment and noting the frontbench is full of the same individuals who damaged public services.
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Kemi Badenoch sacks Mel Stride, promotes Andrew Griffith as shadow chancellor
In a breaking political development, Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has dismissed Mel Stride from his role as shadow chancellor and appointed Andrew Griffith, the former business spokesperson, to the position. The move comes as Badenoch promised a 'new economic leadership team' for the party. This reshuffle signals a shift in the Conservative Party's economic strategy and personnel as it positions itself in opposition. Andrew Griffith, who previously served as the business spokesperson, will now take on the key economic brief. The announcement was made via social media and is expected to be followed by further details on the new economic team's composition and priorities.
Kemi Badenoch Sacks Mel Stride and Priti Patel in Brutal Frontbench Reshuffle
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has carried out a major reshuffle of her frontbench team, sacking former cabinet ministers Mel Stride and Priti Patel. Shadow health secretary Stuart Andrew was also ousted. Patel announced she would take on an international role strengthening ties with centre-right parties globally. Stride was replaced as shadow chancellor by Andrew Griffith, a pro-growth figure with business experience. Claire Coutinho, currently on maternity leave, was moved from shadow energy secretary to shadow business secretary and Griffith's deputy. A senior Tory source said Badenoch wanted a new approach to economic policy focused on growth, higher living standards, and fiscal credibility. The reshuffle comes amid speculation that Labour mayor Andy Burnham could call a snap election.