Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has intensified her ideological purge of the party, targeting MPs who support net zero targets and European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) membership.The move follows the removal of Gavin Barwell from the House of Lords and hints at a broader purge of sitting Tory MPs.

Badenoch’s stance rejects climate action unless global cooperation exists, framing it as a 'race to the bottom' where nations should continue fossil fuel use.Former shadow energy secretary Claire Coutinho was re-educated before being readmitted to the shadow cabinet.The article highlights how moderate Tories are sidelined, with MPs avoiding public attention to evade Badenoch’s scrutiny.

Meanwhile, Reform UK leaders like Robert Jenrick and Nigel Farage adopt extreme positions, deflecting criticism of financial arrangements while attacking media and government.The piece critiques Badenoch’s purist approach, which risks alienating voters amid the Conservatives’ low poll ratings.