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Davey Celebrates Local Election Win, Earns Badenoch's Praise

5/12/2025

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Kemi Badenoch praised Sir Ed Davey for his dedication to community service, a compliment he welcomed with open arms. Following a triumphant local election, Davey, the Liberal Democrat leader, revels in his party's success, positioning himself as the most effective leader since Herbert Henry Asquith, even amidst the overshadowing results from Reform.

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Kemi Badenoch praised Sir Ed Davey for his dedication to community service, a compliment he welcomed with open arms. Following a triumphant local election, Davey, the Liberal Democrat leader, revels in his party's success, positioning himself as the most effective leader since Herbert Henry Asquith, even amidst the overshadowing results from Reform.