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From leadership drama to ideological debate: what to look out for at Conservative party conference
There will be ‘meet our candidates’ Q&As, and fringe events – but limited self-reflection at the gathering in Birmingham
The first party conference after a defeat generally tends to be a cross between a wake, an inquest, and a beauty contest for those who believe they have the answers to what went wrong. The Conservatives’ gathering in Birmingham is set to be no different – but with a particular emphasis on the third.
So what is in store from Sunday for the embattled party faithful and remaining MPs, plus sections of the media and lobbying industry who decide it’s worth going along for a look?
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