The chair of the London Assembly, Andrew Boff, resigned this week from the Conservative party after 53 years of membership. He quit after being blocked from entering the race to be Tory candidate for London mayor because he supports the European convention on human rights (ECHR), putting him at odds with Kemi Badenoch’s hardline position.
Tory Andrew Boff quits party over ECHR stance
UKPulse News DeskAndrew Boff, chair of the London Assembly, has resigned from the Conservative party after being blocked from entering the race to be Tory candidate for London mayor due to his support for the European convention on human rights (ECHR).
- Andrew Boff has resigned from the Conservative party over a disagreement with Kemi Badenoch's stance on the ECHR.
- Boff was blocked from entering the race to be Tory candidate for London mayor due to his support for the ECHR.
Why this matters: The resignation highlights the growing divide within the Conservative party between those who support a hard-right stance and those who advocate for a more moderate approach.
What this means for you: If you're a Conservative voter, this development may indicate that the party is becoming increasingly divided and may not be representative of your views.