June 17th 2024.
In a recent interview, Grant Shapps, the Defence Secretary, openly acknowledged that a Conservative victory in the upcoming General Election is not something that is likely to happen. This statement comes as no surprise to many, who have been following the campaign closely and have been anticipating a major defeat for the Government on July 4th.
Speaking to Times Radio, Shapps stated that while it is still technically possible for the Conservative Party to win the election, he is realistic in accepting that it is not the most probable outcome. He emphasized that he is a realist and believes in facing the facts, rather than building false hopes. This statement comes in the midst of polls consistently showing a significant lead for the Labour party, with an average of 20 points ahead.
Despite this, Shapps urged voters not to turn towards Reform UK, a party founded by Nigel Farage, as he believes that this would only hand unchecked power to Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. In other words, he fears that voting for anyone other than the Conservatives would ultimately benefit their strongest rival.
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In a separate interview with LBC, Shapps warned that voting for Reform, Liberal Democrats, or any other party would only give Keir Starmer unchecked power to make decisions such as releasing those who have been detained for deportation. This serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of not voting for the Conservative Party in this election.
So whether you are a seasoned voter or a first-timer, make sure to stay informed and exercise your right to vote on July 4th. And remember, every vote counts.
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