‘Red wall’ Tory candidates lament lack of party support amid focus on southern England

Some candidates complaining of lack of ministerial visits and money have turned to Boris Johnson for help

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Red wall" Conservatives candidates are becoming increasingly dismayed and disillusioned with the central party for in effect cutting them adrift, as the Tory campaign focuses instead on defending safer seats in the south of England.

While some Tories in such areas say they have received central help, others complain about a lack of support in terms of visits from ministers, and an apparent lack of money or volunteering from the party faithful.