During a live video interview, James Cleverly faced scrutiny over his party distributing chocolate bars with a misspelled “Britain” label. The incident occurred at the Conservative Party’s annual conference in Manchester, where Cleverly was seen attempting to divert attention by playing a toy racing car game.
The blunder of the misspelled chocolate bars, with the message “When Labour negotiates, Britian loses,” highlighted the party’s lack of attention to detail. LBC’s Natasha Clark directly questioned Cleverly about the error, emphasizing the importance of accuracy for a party aspiring to govern.
In response, Cleverly attributed the mistake to typos and emphasized the need for thorough editing processes. Clark suggested seeking a refund from the printing team responsible for the error.
At the conference, the official merchandise stand attracted attention for removing references to Kemi Badenoch while prominently featuring images of former Prime Ministers Margaret Thatcher and Winston Churchill. The glorification of Thatcher, including cardboard cutouts, quotes, and a museum showcasing her outfits, reflected a heightened admiration for the late Prime Minister.
Various Thatcher-themed products were available for purchase, such as mugs with the slogan “no, no, no,” Christmas tree baubles, Toby jug-style busts, and even a bottle of single malt whisky featuring Thatcher’s image. These items were in demand, with members urged to order online due to limited stock availability.
In addition to Thatcher memorabilia, the merchandise included silk ties, socks, and cufflinks adorned with the Tory logo. Notably, a hat inspired by Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” slogan was also spotted among attendees.
The conference’s focus on Thatcher and the range of associated products indicated a strong nostalgia for the former leader within the Conservative Party. The event showcased a mix of historical reverence and contemporary political messaging through its merchandise offerings.