UK Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick Faces Criticism for Handling of Tory By-Election Losses

2023-10-22 11:08:42

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A Conservative minister faced criticism after downplaying the significance of the party's recent by-election losses. Robert Jenrick, the immigration minister, dismissed the defeats, claiming that "the public are undecided" about Labour, despite their significant victories. However, during an interview on the BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, presenter Victoria Derbyshire challenged Jenrick, highlighting the Labour Party's triumphs in Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire, where they overturned large majorities. Derbyshire questioned whether Jenrick was in denial, to which the minister responded by emphasizing the importance of focusing on the public's priorities instead of party politics.

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Tory By-Election Losses:

1. Jenrick attempted to downplay the defeats
2. Significant wins for Labour in Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire
3. Derbyshire questioned Jenrick's denial
4. Jenrick stressed the need to focus on the public's priorities

When asked about the possibility of losing his own seat in Newark, where he currently holds a majority of 21,816, Jenrick acknowledged the importance of not being complacent and highlighted the necessity for hard work and dedication as constituency MPs. Despite the criticism, Jenrick maintained that the party is making progress on its promises and that the public remains undecided on Keir Starmer.

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