Summary
- Tory MP hopefuls are facing a shortage of safe seats for the upcoming election, leading to concerns about being asked to fight unwinnable seats.
- Downing Street has been accused of cronyism in the candidate selection process, favoring allies of Rishi Sunak.
- Boundary changes have led to a “chicken run” phenomenon, where displaced MPs are moving to safer seats, causing resentment within the party.
- There are fears that the Tory party will become increasingly male-heavy, with concerns about the lack of younger women candidates.
