Opinion poll put Clarke ahead in Tory leadership race

A new opinion poll in Britain has put Ken Clarke ahead of his rival Iain Duncan Smith in the race to become the next leader of the Conservative Party.

A new opinion poll in Britain has put Ken Clarke ahead of his rival Iain Duncan Smith in the race to become the next leader of the Conservative Party.

The survey of 1,200 Conservative councillors gave Mr Clarke a 46% share of the vote, with just 25% supporting Mr Duncan Smith.

A further 29% were undecided. Bookmakers have installed Mr Duncan Smith as the favourite to succeed William Hague at the Tory helm.

more courts articles

Former prisoner given indefinite hospital order for killing Irishman in London Former prisoner given indefinite hospital order for killing Irishman in London
Jack Grealish landed with £1,042 bill after admitting speeding in Range Rover Jack Grealish landed with £1,042 bill after admitting speeding in Range Rover
Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London

More in this section

Bambie Thug Israel’s Eden Golan performs at Eurovision final amid boos and cheers
Meghan Markle speaks to women about her Nigerian roots Meghan Markle speaks to women about her Nigerian roots
Donald Trump Trump may face £80m tax bill if he loses audit fight over Chicago tower – report
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited