EXCLUSIVE: London's New Tory Social Action Diva Danielle Fleet.

Danielle Fleet is one of the few female active CF'ers and is the new Social Action and Community Engagement officer for London Conservative Future. The main objectives of Danielle's role are to ensure that we are playing an active part in our community.

Miss Fleet is originally from Chichester and moved to Kingston Upon Thames 4 years ago to study fashion at Kingston University. During studying Danielle has played an active part in Kingston University Conservative society, she is currently finishing her final year and about to be released into the big wide world.

What did you consume for breakfast this morning?

"This morning I had toast with honey and a good strong cup of tea, you can’t start the day without a cup of tea!"

How are you finding your new role in London Conservative Future?

"We've had a really positive start, we already have projects planned for social action - I really feel we've hit the ground running. I'm enjoying getting to know the team, and I'm really excited for the programme of events we have coming up!"

What are your plans in order to get CF active within the community?

"I like to think a bit outside the box, when it comes to being active in the community we know in the back of minds we should do it but the reality is we’re not inspired enough to do it. I guess that may be the creative student in me talking but I stand by it. I have a few ideas in development, which should be taking place in the next few months and hopefully it will be the start of good things. Please follow our twitter/facebook/website for more info on how to get involved."

What’s your favourite fizzy pop beverage?

"I don’t really drink fizzy drinks a lot, but I do occasionally buy a can of Lilt from the corner shop when it’s coming up to deadlines."

Do you get on with the CF London Executive?

"So far so good! To be fair I’m still a newbie on the CF scene so I’m still getting to know everyone and understand how they work etc. What I will say is that they have been very welcoming and they’re a good group of people."

You’re in your last year at University, so what’s the plan for afterwards?

"For once I haven’t actually got a solid plan in place, which I think is what I’m finding most daunting about leaving uni. I think where my course has been so intense with work I haven’t had time to really evaluate my options, and I think for the moment I need to take a bit of time to do that."

Are you a future CF Chairman?

"Haha! Goodness! I’ll stick with Social action for now! No in all seriousness it’s not something I have thought about and I don’t think it’s a situation that will arise."

[VIDEO] Woolwich Terrorist Defends Actions Immediately After Attack.

H/T Alexander Wickham [Source]


Police shoot and arrest suspects [Source]

Reports suggest one assailant was captured on film saying - "We swear by almighty Allah that we will never stop fighting you".

UKIP Trash National Anthem and Declare They Will 'Save Us All'.

Some might call this is an act of treason.

EXCLUSIVE: Former Tory Youth Leader Ben Howlett Backs Lord Feldman and Slams Lost Loyalties.

MODERNISATION of the Tory Party is taking real effect as of late and is upsetting some in the press & Party as they ache for a UKIP type lurch and try to trash Prime Minister David Cameron & his allies in No.10.

Whilst the real out-dated "swivel-eyed loons" get away with shouting barely comprehensible social ideas from the rooftops over gay marriage, immigration and the EU, tbg caught up with Former Tory Youth Leader Ben Howlett for his opinions on recent headlines and his activities since retiring as Tory Youth Leader. Howlett also has some advice for his successor.

What was for breakfast?

"Special K, Oats and Honey."

Are you a swivel-eyed loon or do you know of any in Tory ranks?

"Let’s be absolutely clear, Conservative Party activists and Conservative Future activists are the lifeblood of our party. If it was not for hardworking CF and party volunteers the leaflets would not get delivered, no money would be raised and we would quickly lose Councillors, Mayors and Members of Parliament.

"Over 3 years at the helm of Conservative Future the National Executives and I ensured the Party recognised the hard work of activists. Lord Feldman has been a massive supporter and friend of Conservative Future over the last 3 years. If it was not for him CF members would not have had an increase in the budget made available to us, a reception at No.10, continuing free Fresher’s Kits, a platform at National Conference and a return of CF National Conference.

"Loyalty is sometimes lost in politics and the recent innuendo in the press should be condemned."

How do you view the attitude in the Conservative Party towards gay marriage?

"I am a firm believer in the changes coming before the House this week. I believe the vast majority of young people in the party are firm supporters of the legislation and I very much hope the new CF National Executive will continue supporting the proposals as they enter this critical stage.

"While I recognise this is a matter of conscience for Members of Parliament, I hope the silent majority of members will contact their MPs and help them make an informed decision on the matter. Any proposal to delay this matter will result in it becoming an issue in 2015.

"This issue can have a line drawn under it in time for us to concentrate on our excellent record on cutting the deficit, increasing private sector jobs, controlling immigration and creating a world class education system. Let’s not start playing politics when the issue received overwhelming support in the House."

What have you been up to since handing over the reigns of power to the new Tory Youth Chairman?

"I have been getting back to the gym largely. Josh and I are moving in with each other in South West London and we intend to help with the local campaigns there.

"I continue to work with the NHS at my company ensuring hospitals can make savings in the back office to divert to the frontline.

"I have also been supporting Syed Kamall MEP as one of our soundest MEPs as he goes through re-selection. I want to see more Eurosceptic champions get selected as MEPs across the UK. Our relationship needs changing and people like Syed do so much to champion Londoners and Britain."

Do you sometimes get embarrassed by certain Tory MP’s, or do you blame their Associations as they tend to do?

"I wouldn’t say embarrassed, some MPs and members must remember that there is a larger picture out there and we need to concentrate on forming an overall majority. The more we attack ourselves, the more we undermine that effort.

"Red Ed is not connecting with the public, the Prime Minister is still well ahead of Labour and the Lib Dems on the economy and by historical standards, if they are to win, Labour should be much further ahead mid-term than they are now. If we are to win in 2015 we must take the fight to Labour and ensure we have a positive long-term narrative to win an overall majority.

"I believe that core Conservative value of aspiration must underpin our long-term efforts in the future. Like most of your readers my parents never went to university and my dad worked for his dad in the bike shop. As a result of Thatcher’s policies in the 1980s they worked hard to get my brother and I where we are now.

"This message of 'Conservatives want the best for your family and children in the future' is something that must underpin our messaging in the future. I believe that message will inspire millions more young and old to vote Conservative in 2015."

EU – In or Out?

"Shake it all about! I want to ensure the Prime Minister now sets out an agenda of what powers he wants to renegotiate from the European Union by 2017.

"As it stands we know that we are the only party offering a referendum in 2017, but we don’t know what powers the PM will have transferred back into UK control.

"I doubt the public would be too supportive if we only get control of our Fisheries Policy again. We want to see Britain’s relationship being one of largely trade, not politics.

"I think Britain has a strong hand on the negotiation table to get powers back while allowing France and Germany what they want. I just hope the PM will use the same clout as he did when he became the first Prime Minister in history to use the veto."

Do you have any advice to your Successor as Tory Youth Leader?

"My main advice would be to never forget that Conservative Future is a broad-church of opinion, all members must have their voices heard. The new National Executive have a great platform to take the organisation forwards.

"Membership was up under my two terms, I hope they get even more in associations and on campuses this year. I hope there are some more fantastic events with great speakers and that campaigns are getting underway in our target seats in 2014 and 2015.

"The most important thing that I hope they continue to say is 'thank you' to members across the country for their hard work and dedication. It is a truly winning formula and I wish them the best of luck."

Tories Sign Open Letter to PM in Support of Gay Marriage.

Tory Conference Chairman 2012 Paul Swaddle has sent a letter to Prime Minster David Cameron signed by hundreds Conservative activists up and down the UK in support of the governments gay marriage legislation.

The letter states that this week the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill reaches the Report Stage and Third Reading in the House of Commons.

Swaddle's says - "The majority of people in this country support same sex marriage, and many of them really do not understand the fuss. Faith groups are protected from the legislation should they so wish, therefore those of faith should not be worried by the Bill. This is an issue of particular importance to younger voters and MPs risk appearing out of touch if they pander to a vocal minority.

"We need to deal with the Bill then move on together as a Party to outright Conservative victory in 2015. I call on all MPs to back the Bill and thank the Prime Minister for making equality possible."

tbg urges all Conservatives to sign the letter here.

EXCLUSIVE: Former UKIP'er Blasts Membership as Homophobes, Sexists and Racists.

 
By new CF'er Gareth Shanks

"So I’m a Conservative now.

"Let’s see how this works out."

"Don’t get me wrong, there are some bloody lovely people in UKIP, some really hard workers that really pound the pavement in their local areas to try to bring about a change they believe in.

"But there are also loads of homophobes, sexists, racists and worse of all, Hamiltons.

Tory Youth Chairman Cooper stood with Shanks

"To make matters worse, UKIP have an NEC with an iron grip on its youth wing who are very eager to slap down young members for being as disgusting enough to support crazy stuff like same-sex marriage while at the same time ignoring comments about gays being a 'Crime against humanity' from senior UKIP officials.

"So I took the plunge, decided to match my collar colour and join the blues. (Just got to tell me dad now – could be worse, could be a Leeds fan). 
 
"As I write this, I have less than happy Conservatives tweeting me about how much of a lady’s part I am. If you think I’m possibly not the best character for CF, I’ll be trying my hardest to be at the conference later this year – if you have any worries come find me and we’ll sit down over a pint and discuss why I’m right and you’re wrong. 

"I leave you all with my second favourite quote: Cry havoc & let slip the dogs of war."

Tracker: Record Poll High for UKIP and Lows for Lib Dems.

Com Res for Sunday Mirror:

Labour 35% [Lowest since Oct 2010]
Conservatives 29%
UKIP 19% [Record High]
Lib Dem 8% [Record Low]

Opinium Mail on Sunday:

Labour 37%
Conservatives 27%
UKIP 20% [Record High]
Lib Dems 7% [Record Low]

EXCLUSIVE: London Tory Youth Chairman Under Fire After 'Kitchen Cabinet' Coup.

BACKBITING and skullduggery are in order today for London Conservative Future (CF) it would seem. tbg can reveal that Leader Nabil Najjar has split his comprehensive executive leaving some members spitting feathers and others sensationally threatening to quit entirely.

tbg has acquired leaked emails which state the CF London Chairman asked most of the new executive to leave the room at the first meeting, calling what followed a "kitchen cabinet meeting".

The initial Kitchen Cabinet apparently only included some of the Chairman's closest confidants including Treasurer Richard Allen, but tbg can exclusively reveal that the London CF Kitchen Cabinet will now include 9 out of the 15 appointed officers:


London CF Leader Nabil Najjar exclusively responded to concerned Tory Youth members and told tbg - "London CF has, this year, brought on a new dynamic team of activists to form the Exec for the coming year. As with any organisation, as the size of the team grows, so to must the management structure.

"Under the new system, there will be a core team of the most senior members of the team, all of whom are very experienced both in CF and life in general. They will work with teams comprised of other exec members, working together on different projects - campaigning, membership etc.

"I will, of course, always be available to sit down with anyone on the team, and will continue to be involved in every aspect of the organisation, however I am confident that this will lead to greater support for individual officers and a more efficient network. It means each member of the team, especially the newer members, receives direct support and advice, and will ensure the whole system works effectively."

Farage Accepts Dorries' Tory/UKIP Joint Ticket.

Statement from UKIP Leader Nigel Farage on Nadine's joint ticket banter.

"If Nadine Dorries’ association come to me and say they’ve passed a resolution, and they want her to run as a joint candidate in 2015, I will go and ask my local association how they feel but my inclination would be, why not? What on earth is wrong with doing this?

"I would also say this could apply to other Tories too. It may even apply to one or two of the old Labour types as well’

"This... about Nadine, possibly talking about a joint ticket, is something that several more MPs may choose. Then of course, that will present quite a big challenge to Downing Street and David Cameron. Will be he prepared to accept this or not?" [Source]