The Parliamentary party has whittled down the field to succeed Rishi Sunak from five to four.
Mel Stride became the latest contender ousted from the Tory leadership today as Robert Jenrick topped the MP ballot again.Mr Jenrick was seen as the frontrunner after topping the first round last week, but tensions are rising with Kemi Badenoch 's allies amid allegations of 'dirty tricks' on both sides. He received 33 votes while she picked up 28.
Those left standing will get to make their case at party conference - before a final two are put to members. Former immigration minister Mr Jenrick secured the most votes from Tory MPs last week on 28, six ahead of Ms Badenoch on 22.But she gained votes in this round, while Mr Cleverly's numbers stalled.
'Most importantly, we need someone with conviction, strength of purpose and the knowledge to rewire our broken political system.As candidates started wooing their fallen rivals' supporters, Mr Tugendhat said Mr Stride had run a 'great campaign'.'Your campaign is one that all Conservatives can be proud of.'
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