Kemi Badenoch could change Tory structure in Wales

“Kemi has been quite open to the calls I’ve made as chairman of the Welsh Conservative group in the Senedd about what the party structure looks like in Wales and those responsibilities,” he said.

“Those discussions will continue now with Kemi as she settles into the role and I look forward to them.”

The current leader of the Senedd, Andrew R.T. Davis has publicly backed Jenrick, writing in the Telegraph that he has a “clear plan for how we will restore faith in British politics” and that “the public is tired of politics-free politicians who talk good game but have nothing to back it up.”

Jenrick accused Badenoch during the leadership fight of “disrespecting” Tory members by failing to offer clear policies.

Mr Davies congratulated Badenoch on becoming leader and called on his party to “stand by” her.

“On behalf of the Welsh Conservatives, I would like to congratulate Kemi on becoming the leader of our party and wish her well in leading His Majesty’s Opposition,” he said.

“Both candidates put forward a positive vision for our country and now that the competition is over, it is time to come together and support Kemi in holding to account this terrible Labor government that has already caused so much damage to Wales in its short time. in power in London.

“It is vital for Wales and the UK to end Labour’s rule at both ends of the M4 and I look forward to working with Kemi to make this happen.”

Asked whether it was wise for Mr Davies, as leader of the Senedd group, to publicly back either candidate, Mr Kurtz said it was “a decision for Andrew”.

“I know Andrew will now support Kemi Badenoch and unite the party here in Wales around our new leader, looking forward to the Senedd election in 2026,” he said.

Speaking after the leadership results were announced on Saturday morning, Badenoch said her mission to rebuild the party would include all Conservative members across the UK.

“This enormous work begins today,” she said.

“He will seek to engage all our colleagues in Parliament, in the Scottish Parliament, the Senedd, our friends in Northern Ireland, as well as councilors and party members.”