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Tories prepare for possible early election before party conference

The Conservative Party is preparing for a possible early election ahead of its party conference, according to BBC Politics. Party leader Kemi Badenoch has told her team to get ready, while the party plans to focus on the economy and welfare. The source does not provide details on the conference dates or any election timetable.

The Conservative Party is preparing for a possible early election ahead of its party conference, BBC Politics reports. The source does not state that an election has been called or provide a date for any potential vote.

Kemi Badenoch has told her team to prepare for the possibility of an early election. The report does not specify what preparations have been ordered, who is involved, or when they are expected to be completed.

The party will focus on the economy and welfare, according to the source. No further policy details, proposals, or positions are provided in the supplied material.

The report does not give the dates or location of the party conference, explain why an early election is being considered, or identify any confirmed next steps beyond the instruction to prepare.

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