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Penny Mordaunt MP

Penny Mordaunt MP

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Conservative MP for Portsmouth North and Leader of the House of Commons.

Penny Mordaunt Says She Plans To Stand For Parliament At Next Election
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Penny Mordaunt Says She Plans To Stand For Parliament At Next Election
Former Conservative Cabinet minister Penny Mordaunt has confirmed she intends to stand at the next general election.
Labour Win Portsmouth North To Defeat Cabinet Minister Penny Mordaunt
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Labour Win Portsmouth North To Defeat Cabinet Minister Penny Mordaunt
Leader of the House Penny Mordaunt has lost to Labour in Portsmouth North, making her the latest Cabinet minister to lose their seat in the 2024 General Election.
All The Key Seats To Watch On Election Night
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All The Key Seats To Watch On Election Night
With pollsters predicting a heavy defeat for the Conservatives at the General Election, many top Tories are likely to lose their seats – including some which would have been considered 'safe' in previous elections.
Penny Mordaunt Attacked From All Sides After PM’s D-Day Blunder
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Penny Mordaunt Attacked From All Sides After PM’s D-Day Blunder
Penny Mordaunt was attacked from all major parties at the TV debate on Friday evening, after she said the Prime Minister was “completely wrong” to return early from D-Day commemorations on Omaha beach.
Constituency Staff Could Remain At Risk Despite Parliament Ban For MPs Arrested Over Sexual Assault
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Constituency Staff Could Remain At Risk Despite Parliament Ban For MPs Arrested Over Sexual Assault
A union representing staff working for MPs in and out of parliament has said that a new ban on MPs who have been arrested in connection with sexual assault does not go far enough to protect those working in constituency offices.

Government Confirms MPs Won't Tackle Rwanda Bill Until Mid-April
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Government Confirms MPs Won't Tackle Rwanda Bill Until Mid-April
The Rwanda Bill will not be passed until mid-April at the earliest, with confirmation this morning that MPs will get the chance to vote on Lords’ amendments on their first day back in Parliament after Easter recess.
Date Of King's Speech Announced As Parliament Enters Summer Recess
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Date Of King's Speech Announced As Parliament Enters Summer Recess
As parliament rises for summer recess, Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt has announced the King’s Speech will take place on 7 November.
MPs Defend 'Integrity' Of Institutions In Boris Johnson Partygate Debate
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MPs Defend "Integrity" Of Institutions In Boris Johnson Partygate Debate
Penny Mordaunt, the leader of the House of Commons, has defended the report by the Privileges Committee that concluded Boris Johnson misled parliament over partygate, which she said helped protect the "integrity" of Britain's institutions.
Penny Mordaunt Asks MPs To Do 'What Is Right' On Boris Johnson Partygate Vote
Coronavirus
Penny Mordaunt Asks MPs To Do "What Is Right" On Boris Johnson Partygate Vote
Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt has said the vote over sanctions on Boris Johnson will be a “painful process” for MPs but that they should be “left alone” to “do what we think is right”.
Lords Diary: Baroness Gisela Stuart
Parliament
By Baroness Gisela Stuart of Edgbaston
Lords Diary: Baroness Gisela Stuart
A day out on a destroyer, attending the coronation – and why Palace of Westminster staff deserve a big thank you
Our strengthened Code of Conduct will help build public trust in Parliament
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By Penny Mordaunt MP
Our strengthened Code of Conduct will help build public trust in Parliament
Today, the new Code of Conduct which governs MPs’ behaviour comes into force. The reforms we have made to it will strengthen and clarify rules on lobbying and shield Parliament from undue external influence.  
Penny Mordaunt Insists Boris Johnson's Northern Ireland Protocol Intervention Is 'Helpful'
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By John Johnston
Penny Mordaunt Insists Boris Johnson's Northern Ireland Protocol Intervention Is "Helpful"
The senior cabinet minister has supported Boris Johnson's intervention as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak closes in on a deal with the European Union.
Rishi Sunak Warns Of 'Profound Economic Challenge' In Brief First Speech Since Winning Tory Leadership
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Rishi Sunak Warns Of "Profound Economic Challenge" In Brief First Speech Since Winning Tory Leadership
Rishi Sunak said the country needs “stability and unity” in the face of “a profound economic challenge” in his first speech since being announced as leader of the Conservative Party.
Rishi Sunak Will Become Prime Minister After Penny Mordaunt Drops Out Of Leadership Race
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Rishi Sunak Will Become Prime Minister After Penny Mordaunt Drops Out Of Leadership Race
Rishi Sunak will become the UK’s next Prime Minister after Penny Mordaunt dropped out the Conservative leadership race to replace Liz Truss.
Rishi Sunak Formally Announces Leadership Bid As Senior Tory Says Johnson Would Be A 'Guaranteed Disaster'
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Rishi Sunak Formally Announces Leadership Bid As Senior Tory Says Johnson Would Be A "Guaranteed Disaster"
The former chancellor has confirmed he will stand in next week's leadership election as he builds significant support among Tory MPs.
For The Next Tory Leader, Uniting The Party Might Be Impossible
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For The Next Tory Leader, Uniting The Party Might Be Impossible
As the Conservative party prepares to elect its third leader and Prime Minister of 2022, senior Tory figures are asking whether their party is now broken beyond repair.
We must unite or the Conservative Party will suffer an election defeat worse than 1997
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By Tim Loughton MP
We must unite or the Conservative Party will suffer an election defeat worse than 1997
On 1 May, 13 Conservative MPs, 18 Labour and one DUP colleague celebrated 25 years continuous service since first being elected to Parliament.
Penny Mordaunt Formally Announces Leadership Bid
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Penny Mordaunt Formally Announces Leadership Bid
Commons leader Penny Mordaunt is the first candidate to officially announce they are running for the Conservative party leadership after Liz Truss resigned on Thursday.
MPs Declaring Support For Possible Candidates Ahead Of Deadline
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MPs Declaring Support For Possible Candidates Ahead Of Deadline
Conservative MPs have been declaring their support for possible candidates to be the next Prime Minister, as the competition to succeed Liz Truss is set to be completed in just a week.
Tory Party Sets Out New Rules For Running Week Long Leadership Contest
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Tory Party Sets Out New Rules For Running Week Long Leadership Contest
Leadership candidates will need support from 100 MPs to secure their spot on the ballot as Tory officials attempt to speed up the selection process.
Who Replaces Liz Truss? Here Are The Leading Runners And Riders
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Who Replaces Liz Truss? Here Are The Leading Runners And Riders
Tory leadership hopefuls have just a week to win support from their party following the dramatic resignation of Liz Truss. But who could win the race to become the UK's next Prime Minister?
Top Tory Says Benefits Freeze 'Doesn't Make Any Sense' As Liz Truss Faces Further Rebellion
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Top Tory Says Benefits Freeze "Doesn't Make Any Sense" As Liz Truss Faces Further Rebellion
Dissent is mounting among senior Conservative MPs over Liz Truss's refusal to confirm whether Universal Credit will rise in line with inflation, raising the prospect of further rebellion in the party.
Penny Mordaunt interview: 'Other people are confused about what I think about things, but that's their affair'
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By Tali Fraser
Penny Mordaunt interview: 'Other people are confused about what I think about things, but that's their affair'
She ran for the Conservative leadership, announced the death of Queen Elizabeth II to the Privy Council and proclaimed the new monarch King Charles III. Penny Mordaunt looks back on a whirlwind few months – and tells Tali Fraser what comes next. Photography by Baldo Sciacca.
Parliament Will Return On Wednesday Following Pause For Queen's Death
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Parliament Will Return On Wednesday Following Pause For Queen's Death
MPs will return to the Commons on Wednesday 21st September after government and parliamentary business was paused in the wake of the Queen's death.
Penny Mordaunt tribute to Queen Elizabeth II: 'She lived and died in the service of the nation'
Obituaries
By Penny Mordaunt MP
Penny Mordaunt tribute to Queen Elizabeth II: 'She lived and died in the service of the nation'
It is always an honour to represent the people of Portsmouth as one of their MPs. It was especially so this week when bringing to a close the tributes paid to Her Late Majesty the Queen.
Penny Mordaunt Knocked Out Of Tory Leadership Contest As Rishi Sunak And Liz Truss Go Into Final Run-Off
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Penny Mordaunt Knocked Out Of Tory Leadership Contest As Rishi Sunak And Liz Truss Go Into Final Run-Off
Trade minister Penny Mordaunt has been knocked out of the race to replace Boris Johnson after failing to make it down the final two candidates.
Penny Mordaunt Accelerates Attacks On Liz Truss As Tory Leadership Contest Reaches Critical Vote
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Penny Mordaunt Accelerates Attacks On Liz Truss As Tory Leadership Contest Reaches Critical Vote
Penny Mordaunt's campaign to be the next prime minister has escalated attacks on Liz Truss as the pair battle it out in a volatile race to make it into the final two in the Conservative party leadership contest.
Tory Leadership Frontrunners Promise Top Northern Job Ahead Of Crunch Vote
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Tory Leadership Frontrunners Promise Top Northern Job Ahead Of Crunch Vote
The three remaining candidates in the Conservative leadership contest have promised MPs in the North that they would create more devolution and a new minister for the region as they try to shore up support ahead of the final parliamentary ballot.
Penny Mordaunt Is Confident She Can Win Over Tom Tugendhat Backers In Tory Leadership Crunch Vote
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Penny Mordaunt Is Confident She Can Win Over Tom Tugendhat Backers In Tory Leadership Crunch Vote
Tory leadership frontrunner Penny Mordaunt is confident that she will pick up a significant number of Tom Tugendhat backers when Tory MPs vote in a critical round of the leadership contest today, according to those running her campaign.
All The Candidates Still In The Running To Be The Next Prime Minister
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All The Candidates Still In The Running To Be The Next Prime Minister
The race to find a replacement for Boris Johnson is heating up with less than a week of the Parliamentary stage left to go — here are all the Conservative MPs still in the running after the first two rounds of voting.
Suella Braverman Backers Moving To Kemi Badenoch In Tory Leadership Race Is Stalling Liz Truss
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Suella Braverman Backers Moving To Kemi Badenoch In Tory Leadership Race Is Stalling Liz Truss
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is not expected to gain ground on Penny Mordaunt in the battle for second in the Tory leadership contest, according to her supporters.
Andrea Leadsom: Why I am backing Penny Mordaunt
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By Andrea Leadsom MP
Andrea Leadsom: Why I am backing Penny Mordaunt
One of the reasons I so want Penny Mordaunt to prevail in this race is that I believe only an authentic, conviction Brexiteer can finally bring this country together.
Penny Mordaunt Calls For End To 'Toxic Politics' Amid Tory Leadership Attacks
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Penny Mordaunt Calls For End To "Toxic Politics" Amid Tory Leadership Attacks
Tory leadership candidate Penny Mordaunt has accused rivals of launching a wave of "smears" against her.
Liz Truss Is Scrambling To Charm The Tory Right And Beat Penny Mordaunt Onto Final Leadership Ballot
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Liz Truss Is Scrambling To Charm The Tory Right And Beat Penny Mordaunt Onto Final Leadership Ballot
Liz Truss faces one of the most important weeks of her life as she attempts to court enough Tory MPs from the right of the party to reach the final two in the race to succeed Boris Johnson.
Theo Clarke: Why I am backing Penny Mordaunt
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By Theo Clarke MP
Theo Clarke: Why I am backing Penny Mordaunt
I’ve known Penny Mordaunt for many years, well before I was elected as an MP. I know her, I know the kind of woman she is, and I’ve seen first-hand her commitment to our party and to our country.
Penny Mordaunt Is The Top Choice Among Young Conservatives For Next Prime Minister
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Penny Mordaunt Is The Top Choice Among Young Conservatives For Next Prime Minister
Exclusive: Fresh polling has shown that international trade minister Penny Mordaunt is the most popular leadership contender among young members of the Conservative party, coming far ahead of current frontrunner and former Chancellor Rishi Sunak.