
PENNY MORDAUNT, the former Defense Secretary who captivated audiences as a sword-bearer at King Charles’ Coronation, is now preparing for a return to the political battlefield. The 51-year-old Conservative stalwart, whose name harkens back to the cruiser HMS Penelope and who trained as a naval reservist, has been outspoken about the challenges facing the nation under current Labour policies.
Ms Mordaunt says she finds it “heartbreaking” to watch what Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are doing to the country. She believes that if Labour continues with its tax plans, a surge in unemployment is inevitable. Despite the setback of losing her Portsmouth North seat by just 780 votes in the summer’s disastrous election, she remains undeterred in her determination to make a significant impact on Britain’s future, reported by the Express.