Chairman of the Conservative Party
| Chairman of the Conservative Party | |
|---|---|
Logo for the Conservative Party | |
| Appointer | Leader of the Conservative Party |
| Term length | At the pleasure of the Leader of the Conservative Party |
| Inaugural holder | Arthur Steel-Maitland |
| Formation | 1911 |
| Deputy | Vacant |
The chairman of the Conservative Party in the United Kingdom is responsible for party administration and overseeing the Conservative Campaign Headquarters, formerly Conservative Central Office.
When the Conservatives are in government, the officeholder is usually a member of the Cabinet holding a sinecure position such as Minister without Portfolio. Deputy or Vice Chairmen of the Conservative Party may also be appointed, with responsibility for specific aspects of the party. The Chairman of the Conservative Party is Nigel Huddleston, assuming this role on 4 November 2024.
The role of Deputy Chairman is currently vacant and not in use.
The role was created in 1911 in response to the Conservative party's defeat in the second 1910 general election. The position is not subject to election, as it is given by the party leader.