With a range of options, what type of Tori will take over PM Boris Johnson

The first phase of the contest takes place in Parliament, where Conservative MPs will whittle down the field to a final two by July 21.

When the Conservative Party changes leader, it often goes for a radical switch. As Margaret Thatcher’s “iron lady” sheen faded, the Tories turned to John Major, dubbed the “gray man” for his uninspiring leadership style. After self-proclaimed “quiet man” Iain Duncan Smith, slick PR professional David Cameron got the nod.
 

In 2019 straight-laced vicar’s daughter Theresa May — mocked for admitting that in her youth she sinned by running through a farmer’s wheat field — was succeeded by the chaotic but charming Boris Johnson.

Conservative MPs are now likely to have a range of options: Defence Secretary Ben Wallace is