Final Tory leadership candidates raise £900,000 in donations

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Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick are the final candidates in the Conservative leadership race, with total donations reaching £900,000. Badenoch reported £82,500 in new donations, bringing her total to £422,500, while Jenrick added £30,000 for a total of £480,000. Badenoch's largest donation came from billionaire Alan Howard, who contributed £40,000. Jenrick's funding included a significant £25,000 donation from Benjamin Hosking. Voting ends today, with results announced on Saturday. Candidates have 28 days to report any additional donations. Eliminated candidate Tom Tugendhat raised £90,000 recently, including £50,000 from Sir Tony Gallagher.


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