“It’s a privilege to take charge of Onward at a critical time for the future of Conservatism and our country. The UK in many ways resembles the mid-1970s, characterised by a deep sense of decline and with a Labour Government clearly delivering the wrong prescription. As happened then, the centre-right has a responsibility to develop and champion fresh and courageous answers to the challenges Britain faces. I am fortunate to inherit a very talented team at Onward, supported by a superb new Editorial Board, and we will work tirelessly to provide the right policies to allow the Conservatives to win and serve with purpose again.”
The centrist Tory think tank also bolstered its ranks ahead of 2025 hiring civil servant Eve Norridge as the new head of research while Gavin Rice has been promoted to head of political economy. Onwards and upwards…
Kemi Badenoch at the 1922-ConHome bash last night:
“I did praise [Burnham] for his stamina, it was amazing. All I had to do was sit back and lie there. I didn’t have to do anything at all…”