minister has the “childlike nature” of the Tory leadership contest.
Johnny Mercer, Britain’s first Secretary of State for Veterans Affairs, said Monday morning that the nature of the competition was “shameful” and that it is “time to raise the standards”.
The Tory’s two hopeful leaders became embroiled in bitter clashes over the weekend, with signs the competition is getting more personal after Liz Truss Supporter Nadine Dorries mocked Rishi Sunak about his taste in expensive clothes.
Mr. Mercer also said that on the current trajectory we will be without power in two years.
“The childish nature of this leadership contest is shameful. Time to raise the standards,” he tweeted. Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak will take part in the BBC’s first live TV debate on Monday night, after a weekend in which both sides exchanged increasingly personal attacks.
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What to expect from tonight’s TV clash
Hopeful Tory leadership leaders Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak face each other tonight at 9pm on BBC One.
The pair are expected to be questioned about their tax, economic, migration and refugee policies in front of a live audience of conservative supporters at a Stoke-on-Trent Central venue.
It will be the first time the two candidates will face each other one-on-one leading up to the September 2 voting deadline.
The debate can also be followed on BBC iPlayer and BBC Radio 5.
Tom Tugendhat ‘would serve any Tory leader’
Conservative former leadership candidate Tom Tugendhat said he would serve any Tory leader who asked.
Asked on BBC Radio 4’s World At One program about the tone of the current leadership debate, Mr Tugendhat said: “Conservative ideas need a champion and we need to unite behind them.
“And so I very much hope that we will see this debate focus on ideas rather than personalities.”
Mr Tugendhat said he would be happy to serve in the cabinet of Liz Truss or Rishi Sunak, adding: “I would serve any Conservative leader who would ask me to, because it is about serving the country and serving the nation.” the British people, and it would be a privilege to do.”
Sunak digs up Liz Truss about Andrew Neil interview
Boris Johnson has “gave his farewell address to parliament,” his official spokesman said in response to reports that the prime minister could remain in the role.
Tories loyal to the prime minister claim that about 10,000 party members have signed a petition calling for his name to be added to the ballot, giving Johnson a chance to remain at number 10.
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said: “You heard the Prime Minister say his farewell speech to parliament, he was giving advice for his successor.
“Besides that, of course I cannot comment on what the Prime Minister may choose to do if he is no longer Prime Minister, that would be nothing for me.”
No 10: Boris Johnson had ‘strong wish’ for Ukraine to host Eurovision
Downing Street said it was Boris Johnson’s “strong wish” for Ukraine to host the Eurovision Song Contest.
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said: “It is very regrettable that a Eurovision Song Contest organized by Ukraine will not be possible.
“But we are confident that the BBC and the UK will pull out all the stops to ensure it becomes an event that celebrates and honors the country, the people and the creativity of Ukraine.”
When asked whether Brits should fly Ukrainian flags to mark the event, the spokesperson said: “Absolutely. As we saw, a number of countries and the people of the UK supported both our UK entry and the Ukrainian entry.
“I’m sure the Prime Minister would encourage the public to find out about this opportunity to really show how the UK supports the people of Ukraine.”
No 10: Scenes in Dover not the result of leaving the EU
Downing Street insisted that the chaos at the canal crossings was not the result of Brexit.
The Prime Minister’s official spokesperson said: “We understand there will be changes after Brexit. We recognize that, that’s what we chose.”
The weekend’s problems were due to a combination of factors “including a shortage of French border control personnel”.
“So these are not scenes that we think are necessary when leaving the European Union,” said the spokesman.
“We think we have operational procedures and processes that don’t need to see these levels of queues.”
Rishi Sunak is interviewed by veteran broadcaster Andrew Neil
Rishi Sunak has agreed to be interviewed by veteran political journalist Andrew Neil on Friday.
But his rival to Tory leader Liz Truss has so far refused to participate, Channel 4 said.
The former chancellor will be grilled live on the network where Neil presents a weekly political program that has left the BBC.
Boris Johnson declined to be interviewed by Neil during the 2019 general election campaign.
Neil interviewed Johnson and Jeremy Hunt earlier in 2019 when they pitted against each other in the final Tory leadership match.
Louisa Compton, Channel 4’s Head of News and Current Affairs and Facts and Sports Specialist at Channel 4, said: “Following the success of our first public debate, we are delighted that Rishi Sunak has confirmed that he will be interviewed by Andrew Neil on Channel 4.
“We hope Liz Truss will now agree too – and help the British public better understand what she stands for.”
Nadine Dorries confirms that the UK will organize the song contest on behalf of Ukraine in 2023
The UK will host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2023 on behalf of Ukraine, the European Broadcasting Union and the BBC have said.
After the announcement, culture secretary Nadine Dorries said: “The Eurovision Song Contest unites people through the power of music and creativity.
“Following a request from the European Broadcasting Union and the Ukrainian authorities, I am delighted that the BBC has agreed to step in and host next year’s competition.
“I’m just sorry that because of Russia’s continued bloodshed, it has not been possible to host the event in Ukraine, where it should be.
“As host, the UK will honor the spirit and diversity of the competition and, most importantly, ensure that it reflects Ukraine’s recent Eurovision victory and Ukrainian creativity.”
Nadine Dorries confirms that the UK will organize the song contest on behalf of Ukraine in 2023
The UK will host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2023 on behalf of Ukraine, the European Broadcasting Union and the BBC have said.
After the announcement, culture secretary Nadine Dorries said: “The Eurovision Song Contest unites people through the power of music and creativity.
“Following a request from the European Broadcasting Union and the Ukrainian authorities, I am delighted that the BBC has agreed to step in and host next year’s competition.
“I’m just sorry that because of Russia’s continued bloodshed, it has not been possible to host the event in Ukraine, where it should be.
“As host, the UK will honor the spirit and diversity of the competition and, most importantly, ensure that it reflects Ukraine’s recent Eurovision victory and Ukrainian creativity.”
Sir Keir Starmer Says Rishi Sunak And Liz Truss Are ‘Part Of The Problem’
Labor leader Sir Keir Starmer said Tory leadership candidates Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss are “part of the problem” and their answers are “too small”.
Sir Keir answered questions after his speech, saying: “What we see in the leadership contest are two individuals who are part of the problem.
“We have now had 12 years of stagnation, they have voted for each of those 15 tax increases and now they are trying to move away from it as soon as possible.
“Their answers are, if you will, too small for our country, for the challenge we face.”