Conservatives latest: Penny Mordaunt could lose seat as Rishi Sunak, Jeremy Hunt and James Cleverly face defeat
Tory Energy Minister Defeated In Swindon
Justin Tomlinson, the Conservative government official in charge of energy security and achieving net zero emissions, has been defeated in the Swindon North constituency.
Mr Tomlinson experienced a significant swing of 18.6 per cent in favor of Labour's Will Stone.
Cracknell Misses Out On Gold
The Conservative candidate and former Olympic rower, James Cracknell, was defeated in Colchester by Labour's Pam Cox.
Lee Anderson Makes History As First Reform MP
Lee Anderson has made history by becoming the first member of parliament for the Reform Party. He achieved this milestone by winning the Ashfield seat, which he previously held as a member of the Conservative party.
Mr. Anderson, who used to be a high-ranking member of the Tory party, switched to Reform in March after he was stripped of his Tory privileges for not saying sorry for his statement that “Islamists” were influencing the Labour Party.
Check out the latest news about Lee Anderson's victory in securing the first Reform seat.
"PM's Seat Sees 65.8% Voter Turnout"
Votes have been confirmed during the tally in Richmond and Northallerton, with approximately 65.8 percent of the individuals who are eligible to vote in the area casting their ballots.
The outcome of the election in Rishi Sunak's constituency is anticipated to be announced at 4am.
Count Binface has made it to the counting center before his scheduled photo opportunity on the announcement stage with the Prime Minister.
Checking In On Tory 'big Beasts' Performance
Rishi Sunak is coming to an end.
Jeremy Hunt is expected to lose the upcoming election.
James Cleverly – shut
Penny Mordaunt - shut (Note: Without more context, it is difficult to provide a more detailed rewrite)
Liz Truss - anticipated defeat
Alex Chalk is expected to lose.
Gillian Keegan is expected to lose.
Grant Shapps is expected to suffer a defeat.
Missing: Robert Buckland and Justin Tomlinson
Discover more: The Conservative Party likely to experience losses in upcoming election.
Scottish Conservative Leader: Historically Poor
The conservative party has experienced a historically poor outcome in the recent general election, according to the departing leader in Scotland.
In an interview with the BBC after the election results in his Aberdeenshire North and Moray East constituency, Douglas Ross admitted that it was a very disappointing night. He acknowledged that there needs to be a thorough examination of the campaign and the party's performance over the past few years.
"It's been really tough, there's no denying that. The next group in charge of the parliament will have to consider their choices moving forward. They'll need to evaluate the current situation in the Conservative party and figure out how to recover after this election outcome."
Tory's First Victory Of The Night
The Conservative candidate Mark Francois, who previously served as a defence minister, has emerged victorious in the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency, claiming the party's first win of the evening.
But his lead has been reduced from 30,348 to 5,621 and his percentage of the vote decreased by 36 points.
Leadsom Suggests New Tory Leader
Andrea Leadsom seems to be suggesting that the Conservative Party needs a new leader who leans towards the center-right.
The former Conservative MP who is leaving office and previously ran for leadership, mentioned she is a "strong supporter" of Penny Mordaunt.
When questioned about who will lead the Conservative Party in the future, she said on Sky News: "It's still early, both in terms of time and in terms of decision-making. There's a lot of time before we need to think about that. I really respect Penny Mordaunt."
She said: "I believe it should be a person aligned with the moderate right. Our nation is made up of considerate and respectable individuals who are very patient until they are provoked. In the past few months, and maybe even years, they have felt provoked."
Andrea managed Mrs. Mordaunt's failed leadership campaign in 2022, but mentioned that she needed to secure her position in Portsmouth North before contemplating another run for the leadership role.
Tory Collapse Scale Chart
Thirsty In Buckland
Sir Robert Buckland expressed his dissatisfaction with the direction of the Tory Party and acknowledged that the election result was a consequence of their own shortcomings.
Speaking to S4C after being defeated in the South Swindon election, Sir Robert expressed his belief that Rishi Sunak will need to truly understand the gravity of the situation.
The former Welsh secretary for the Tory party stated, "I believe I am owed a beverage" following his unexpected termination during a live television broadcast.
When questioned if he would run for Senedd membership in the future, his response was: "I'm open to considering all possibilities."
Decrease In Voter Turnout In Mordaunt's Area
The number of people who voted in Portsmouth North was 59.25%, which is lower than the 64.4% turnout in 2019.
Penny Mordaunt might not be happy to hear this, but the trend seems to show that Conservative voters across the UK are choosing to remain inactive.
Relief: Seeing How Bad Tory Situation Is
Daniel Hannan is very straightforward about the significance of this evening for the Conservative Party:
This is a terrible outcome for the Conservative Party. It's a complete disaster. It's like the end of the world. Forget about what people were predicting, just focus on the actual results. The Conservative Party has never had fewer than 156 MPs in its 190-year history. But now that streak has ended. If the exit poll is correct, experts will be talking about this as the party's worst performance since 2024.
Read further: Conservative Party members felt relieved when they saw the results of the exit poll, which highlighted the severity of their party's position.
Tories Urged To Make 'right Choice' In Buckland
Sir Robert Buckland stated that politics is facing an important decision point and the Conservative Party needs to make the correct decision in order to attract a new generation. He cautioned against reducing politics to just entertainment in his farewell speech.
The ex-justice secretary expressed concern about the current state of our political system. He questioned whether we truly appreciate individuals who strive to unite people and make a difference in politics, rather than seeking personal recognition.
Do we simply ignore and tolerate politics as a spectacle where individuals vie for recognition by making false statements or giving false hope, ultimately damaging trust even more?
I am confident in my beliefs and the decisions I would make. I strongly believe that my party must also make the right choices in order to motivate a new generation with hope for a better tomorrow.
Robert Buckland No Longer MP For Swindon South
Previous government official Sir Robert Buckland has been defeated by Labour candidate Heidi Alexander in the Swindon South constituency.
Ms. Alexander needed just a 5.7 percent increase in votes to defeat the current Tory representative, and she achieved it easily, obtaining 48.4 percent of the total votes compared to the Conservatives' 26.9 percent.
Osborne: Tories Face 'Waterloo'
Previous Conservative finance minister George Osborne has likened the forecast in the exit poll predicting the Conservatives' worst outcome ever to the party's "Waterloo".
Responding to the preliminary results, he stated to ITV News: "For the Conservative party, it may seem strange, but there is a feeling of relief, despite it being their worst performance since 1832 when the Duke of Wellington led the party. This outcome resembles more of a defeat for the Tory party, like Waterloo."
We are going to witness many individuals, well-known figures in the political world, lose their positions.
After the Conservatives had their worst election result since 1832, George Osborne compared it to the party's Waterloo.
Tories Strong In Scotland
According to a party insider, the Scottish Conservatives are still performing well in key areas that they are focusing on, despite what the exit polls may suggest.
A reliable insider informed the Press Association that the forecasts for the UK were concerning, but the situation in Scotland painted a contrasting image. The exit polls were inaccurately described as not reflecting the actual outcome.
The insider stated: "The initial poll results are completely inaccurate, and the final outcome in Scotland will be very close."
The situation is not great across the UK, but it's a whole different story in Scotland, where the party is still strong in key areas.
Police Probing Possible Election Fraud
Police in Scotland are looking into possible cheating during elections in Glasgow, according to a report by Hayley Dixon.
Four police officers in uniform and blue gloves entered the counting area at the Emirates Arena in the city at approximately 11pm to collect ballot papers.
The decision was made after the returning officer identified four instances of suspected "impersonation" - where there were two possible instances of attempting to vote using the same identification.
Learn more: Authorities are looking into possible voter fraud in Glasgow.
Leadsom Mocked For Blame On Sue Gray
Andrea Leadsom is trying to say that Sue Gray is responsible for the likely loss of the Conservative party in the election, claiming that she had a hand in Boris Johnson's downfall.
Ms Gray was in charge of looking into the partygate scandal at No 10 and discovered that the staff at Downing Street had violated lockdown regulations.
The blog post from last year caused many Conservative Members of Parliament to ask Mr. Johnson to step down and led to his downfall. She then accepted a position as Sir Keir Starmer's top advisor.
Lady Andrea accused Ms. Gray of being partly to blame for the expected loss of the Tory party tonight, but she was mocked by Labour's Wes Streeting on the BBC.
Mordaunt's Seat Too Close To Predict
According to the exit polls, it is uncertain who will win the seat of Commons Leader Penny Mordaunt.
Ipsos UK discovered that there is a high probability (70%) of Labour winning in Portsmouth North, but there is still a small chance (25%) that the Conservative Party could keep hold of the seat.
Ms. Mordaunt is considered a possible future leader of the Conservative party, but she is currently fighting to retain her position in Parliament.
Scot's Reasons For Optimism
An experienced politician from the Scottish Conservative party believes that they could see an increase in support in Scotland, as it seems that voters are expressing their dissatisfaction with the SNP.
During a conversation with reporters at the Perth election tally on Thursday, Murdo Fraser mentioned that the exit poll had two aspects. He noted that voters in the south were seeking a change while those in Scotland were voting to oppose the SNP.
The combined BBC/Sky/ITV survey indicated that the Conservative party was projected to decrease to 131 seats, while Labour was expected to have a significant lead with a 170-seat majority.
The SNP was predicted to decrease to only 10 seats, a significant drop from the 48 seats they won in the 2019 election.
Steve Baker Receives News Of Likely Loss
Rees-Mogg Admits Ignoring Tory Voters
Ex-Conservative politician Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg described the night as "undoubtedly disastrous", noting that the party had assumed its votes were secure.
Sir Jacob expressed to the BBC that it was a difficult evening for the Conservatives.
He stated: "There's no other way to characterize this except as a poor evening for the Conservative party."
When questioned about the reasons behind the Tory's downfall, Sir Jacob mentioned that there were problems with the leader switch. He emphasized that voters anticipate the prime minister they elected to stay in power and for the decision to change leaders to be made by the voters themselves.
He added, "I believe the Conservative Party did not appreciate its core supporters, which is why we are witnessing many former Conservative voters switching to the Reform Party."
Leadsom: Acted On Reform Swiftly
Andrea Leadsom believes the exit poll suggests they should have pursued Reform immediately.
The ex-Conservative Cabinet member expressed that it was a "crushing" evening for her party.
In an interview with BBC News, she expressed that it might have been a mistake not to tackle Reform immediately. However, she emphasized that every decision was carefully considered in order to determine the best course of action. The primary focus was on outlining the plans that Labour had for handling individuals' taxes.
"Comparing This Tory Nightmare To Past Elections"
Likely Chance Hunt Will Lose Seat
Now that we have the exit poll results, we have a more accurate understanding - let's call it a more informed estimate - of which senior Tories may be facing challenges.
Tonight, several important members of the Cabinet, such as Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, Commons Leader Penny Mordaunt, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, Justice Secretary Alex Chalk, and Education Secretary Gillian Keegan, are in danger of losing their positions.
In the upcoming election, Mr. Hunt is competing in the Godalming and Ash area, where the Lib Dems have a high chance of winning with 81 percent probability. Mr. Shapps, on the other hand, is expected to lose his seat in Welwyn Hatfield to Labour with a 94 percent likelihood.
It is highly likely that Justice Secretary Mr. Chalk will lose his position in the Cheltenham constituency to the Liberal Democrats. However, there is a good chance that Ms. Keegan will be able to keep her seat in Chichester as a Conservative, with an 85 percent probability.
In the contest between Labour and Ms Mordaunt in Portsmouth North, the outcome is uncertain, as per the pollsters.
'The Tories Deserve This'
I have not come to speak well of the Conservative Party, but rather to criticize it, as written by Sam Ashworth-Hayes.
The Conservative party not only should have lost this election, but they should have been completely destroyed by the voters as a strong message to future politicians. It's like a warning for all politicians to be honest and work for the people.
Continue reading and participate in a live Q&A session with Sam Ashworth-Hayes.
Sunak's Decision On Steve Baker's Future
Steve Baker stated that the decision of whether he remains as Tory leader during a probable time of "recriminations" lies with Rishi Sunak.
The Conservative Member of Parliament from Wycombe, whom the BBC predicts has a very low chance of winning the seat tonight, mentioned that there may be consequences and disagreements during a period of sadness. He also stated that the Prime Minister will thoroughly consider what is best for the country.
When asked if Mr Sunak should resign immediately, Mr Baker expressed to BBC News that there will definitely be blame, surprise, frustration, and refusal.
He mentioned, "I believe he might be considering staying for a while to help us navigate through the aftermath."
"But in my opinion, it's up to him, and based on my understanding of him, I think he will prioritize what is best for the country. And a crucial aspect of that is maintaining a strong Conservative Party, even if it may not be popular with your audience. I believe he will keep that in mind as he makes decisions."
Can Exit Polls Be Inaccurate?
Is it possible that the situation isn't as dire as it seems?
Polling specialist Professor Sir John Curtice discusses the process of creating the exit poll and the accuracy of its predictions compared to actual voting results.
Learn more: How reliable are exit polls?
Right-wing Politics Changed Shape
The Conservatives must now figure out how to transform and restore their credibility, according to Janet Daley.
The Right wing of politics needs to consider the popularity of Reform's ideas, but also remember the actual economic and practical challenges that Reform's simplistic language ignored. This task must be done in light of the actions that the Labour party is planning to take with their current power.
Read further: Janet Daley believes Conservatives must accept the success of Reform.
Buckland Cites Kipling While Conceding Defeat
The former justice secretary Sir Robert Buckland, who is predicted to lose in Swindon South to the Labour candidate Heidi Alexander according to exit polls, stated that he is ready for whatever the voters decide.
"That's just the nature of politics, Kay," he said to Kay Burley during their interview on Sky News.
"I have experienced defeat in the past, but I have also won four consecutive elections. I am familiar with the feeling of losing and I am ready for it. However, this does not mark the end of my political career."
I feel a bit like Tony Benn tonight. I will be stepping away from Parliament to focus more on political work.
I have strong convictions about topics like autism and disability rights that I will continue to advocate for passionately both inside and outside of parliament.
"I am prepared for whatever challenges the voters may present, and I view success and failure with equal indifference," he stated, referencing a quote from Rudyard Kipling.
Tory's Worst Result In 100 Years
The Conservative party is likely to achieve their poorest outcome in 100 years.
The Conservatives have not had this few seats since the 1830s, when they were called something else. This is what the exit poll is forecasting for their current number of seats.
The Conservatives have only won 156 seats in a general election a few times in their history, with the lowest being in 1906. They also won 165 seats in 1997.
Ruth Davidson: A Brutal Massacre
Ruth Davidson has described the expected election outcome as a "massacre" for the Conservative Party following the release of exit polls.
However, she mentioned that the word from Conservative central office was that the Tories might have less than one hundred seats.
The previous head of the Scottish Conservatives mentioned on Sky News: "So in reality, 131 - although it's difficult to sugarcoat it, this is a devastating loss - they have, in fact, managed to regain some ground from what they initially estimated."
Tories Predicted To Lose Seats
It appears that Rishi Sunak's time as Prime Minister is heading towards a disaster, as the Conservatives are predicted to suffer significant losses tonight.
According to the early survey results, it appears that the Labour party is set to win 410 seats, while the Conservative party is expected to only secure 131 seats.
This would mark the first time a Labour party leader would be in charge of No 10 in 2010, while the Conservatives prepare for a potential internal conflict over the party's future direction and the race to potentially find a replacement for Mr Sunak.
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Which Conservative Party Members Are Facing Difficulties?
Tonight, there is a possibility that Tory Cabinet ministers Rishi Sunak, James Cleverly, Grant Shapps, and Penny Mordaunt may not be re-elected to their seats.
Actually, it is possible that three-fourths of the Cabinet members could lose their seats in a very competitive election.
Check out: Five prominent Conservative leaders facing potential career-ending moments similar to former MP Michael Portillo.
Theresa May Receives Peerage
Rishi Sunak has given prestigious titles to former Prime Minister Theresa May, former chairman of the 1922 Committee Sir Graham Brady, and his chief of staff as part of the recent honours list.
Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden, former Chief Whip Julian Smith, former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace, and Scotland Secretary Alister Jack have been put forward for knighthood honors.
The Prime Minister's right-hand man, Liam Booth-Smith, has been suggested to receive a peerage, along with former transport secretary Chris Grayling, Sir Alok Sharma, and Dame Eleanor Laing.
Sir Keir Starmer has put forward a list of people he thinks should become peers, including Dame Margaret Beckett, Harriet Harman, Margaret Hodge, and Kevan Jones.
Join us as we provide real-time updates on the Tory election results as they unfold throughout the evening.
We will be watching all the important constituencies closely tonight, as the Prime Minister and Chancellor are among the top Conservatives who might lose their seats in the House of Commons.
The most recent polls show that the Tory party is headed for trouble, with forecasts predicting a significant majority for Labour. However, a large portion of voters are still undecided, making the election outcome uncertain.
Stay updated on all Tory victories and defeats here.
