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Penny Mordaunt MP

Penny Mordaunt MP

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

Our strengthened Code of Conduct will help build public trust in Parliament
Parliament
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'
Brexit
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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'
Economy
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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'
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Brexit
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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
Political parties
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.
George Freeman: Why I am backing Penny Mordaunt
Political parties
By George Freeman MP
George Freeman: Why I am backing Penny Mordaunt
When the YouGov poll dropped this week showing Penny Mordaunt as the overwhelming favourite of the Tory membership, many commentators were surprised.
Penny Mordaunt Says She Is The Tories' 'Best Shot' Of Winning The Next Election
Political parties
Penny Mordaunt Says She Is The Tories' "Best Shot" Of Winning The Next Election
Penny Mordaunt has launched her campaign to lead the Conservative party with a claim that she is the candidate who Keir Starmer's Labour "fears the most".
All The Conservative MPs Through To The First Round Of Voting In The Leadership Race
Political parties
All The Conservative MPs Through To The First Round Of Voting In The Leadership Race
The race is on to find a replacement for Boris Johnson after he pledged to step down earlier this week — here are all the Conservative MPs who have made it to the first round of voting, and what their bid is to win support.
Nicola Richards: why I'm backing Penny Mordaunt
Political parties
By Nicola Richards MP
Nicola Richards: why I'm backing Penny Mordaunt
A week’s a long time in politics? Try one hour. Events over the last couple of weeks have moved at an astonishing pace. Whatever colleagues think of recent developments in Westminster, I think the majority of us know that it’s time for a change at the top.
Penny Mordaunt Emerges As Dark Horse Tory Leadership Candidate To Succeed Boris Johnson
Political parties
Penny Mordaunt Emerges As Dark Horse Tory Leadership Candidate To Succeed Boris Johnson
Penny Mordaunt is emerging as a popular candidate among Conservative MPs to replace Boris Johnson, as the Prime Minister faces a key week in his fight to stay in Downing Street.
IPSA clashes with Stella Creasy MP over maternity cover
Political parties
By Georgina Bailey
IPSA clashes with Stella Creasy MP over maternity cover
The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) been criticised for rejecting Walthamstow MP Stella Creasy’s request for a locum to cover her maternity leave.
Exclusive: Penny Mordaunt appointed as Commons minister on EU negotiations
Brexit
Exclusive: Penny Mordaunt appointed as Commons minister on EU negotiations
Penny Mordaunt, the Paymaster General, has been appointed as the Commons minister on the European Union negotiations.
In for a Penny: the new paymaster general on dyslexia, defence and making a difference
Economy
By Rosa Prince
In for a Penny: the new paymaster general on dyslexia, defence and making a difference
As Penny Mordaunt settles into her new role helping to plot Britain’s future relations with the EU, she talks to Rosa Prince about the experiences that have shaped her political career.
The Breakfast Briefing: What you need to know as the coronavirus Test and Trace programme gets underway
Coronavirus
The Breakfast Briefing: What you need to know as the coronavirus Test and Trace programme gets underway
Your essential morning guide to what’s moving in Westminster from the PoliticsHome team.
Cabinet minister Penny Mordaunt says Dominic Cummings row has ‘undermined public health messages’
Coronavirus
Cabinet minister Penny Mordaunt says Dominic Cummings row has ‘undermined public health messages’
The row over Dominic Cummings’ trip to Durham during lockdown has “undermined key public health messages”, Cabinet minister Penny Mordaunt has said.