Penny Mordaunt Cleared to Stand for Conservatives in Next General Election, Despite Earlier Reports
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After losing her Portsmouth North seat in 2024, former defence secretary Penny Mordaunt has confirmed that she has been approved by the Conservative Party's Candidates Committee to stand in the next general election despite earlier rumours of a block. The former cabinet minister, known for her ceremonial sword salute at King Charles' coronation and her previous clashes over policies such as the ECHR and net‑zero, has now aligned with the party's direction under Kemi Badenoch. While her approval secures her eligibility, local selection remains on the line.
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