Kemi Badenoch

“Identity politics may claim to defend the rights of individuals, but increasingly it has become a mechanism for undermining the freedom of people to hold and express an opposing view.”

“In order to defend freedom of expression, we each need to exercise personal responsibility. We need to make good choices about how we behave, based not on fear of strong legal repercussion or fear of the mob, but out of respect for ourselves and others.”

“I was lucky. I got university degrees and had a successful tech and finance career. But many of my generation weren't.”

“As equalities minister, I am responsible for promoting equality of opportunity for everyone.”

“Simple language, simple ideas and a positive vision for the future - this holy trinity holds the key to unlocking the next generation.”

“I'm not just equality minister I am also a Treasury secretary.”