If you thought Labour Rules for selecting leaders were bad, you’re going to love these…
They really are dreadfully drafted but here’s what I think they mean.
The key is Rule 3.
It’s the duty of the 1922 to present a choice of candidates to the Party. The Party is defined (clause 1) as the Conservative and Unionist Party. And it shall consist of its members (clause 3). So, read naturally, the duty of the 1922 Committee is to give a choice of candidates to its members. This interpretation is rather supported by clause 10 (and the reference to “elected by the Party Members and Scottish Party Members”).
And also the following words in Rule 3 (“selects candidates for submission for election”). And Rule 5 which makes it clear that the final choice rests with members.
The Rule 3 duty arises: “Upon the initiation of an election for the Leader.” This language most…
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