Robert Jenrick has pledged to appoint Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg as the chairman of the Conservative Party if he emerges victorious in the Tory leadership race. Jenrick, a former immigration minister, expressed his intention to hand over this pivotal role to Rees-Mogg, the former business secretary who lost his seat in the July election.
In a statement, Jenrick praised Rees-Mogg for his unwavering dedication to grassroots campaigning and his deep understanding of the necessity for party reform. Emphasizing the importance of democratizing the party and restoring respect within its ranks, Jenrick outlined his vision for collaboration with Rees-Mogg to empower members.
As the potential party chairman, Sir Jacob would be entrusted with overseeing campaigning operations. This announcement comes following Rees-Mogg’s endorsement of Robert Jenrick earlier in the week, where he highlighted Jenrick’s leadership qualities and ability to connect with key figures such as Nigel Farage.
Following the resignation of Richard Holden, MP Richard Fuller assumed the interim role of party chairman after the general election. The decision to appoint a permanent chairman will fall to the incoming party leader. The final two candidates, selected by the parliamentary party, will now seek the endorsement of Conservative members nationwide, with the final outcome set to be revealed on November 2nd.