About Cchq
The Conservative Campaign Headquarters, formerly known as Conservative Central Office is the headquarters of the British Conservative Party, housing its central staff and committee members. As of July 2016, the post of Conservative Party chairman is held by Patrick McLoughlin. EstablishmentThe establishment of Conservative Central Office dates back to 1871, with the creation of professional support for the Party by Sir John Gorst. Following election defeats in 1906 and 1910, in 1911 the post of Party Chairman was created to oversee the work of the Central Office. LocationUntil 1958 CCO was based at Abbey House, Victoria Street, London, then moving to No. 32 Smith Square, Westminster. This was the scene of many televised historic moments in Conservative history from Margaret Thatcher's victory rallies to Iain Duncan Smith's resignation. CCO moved in 2004 to nearby 25 Victoria Street for more high-tech facilities, and has subsequently been known as Conservative Campaign Headquarters (CCHQ). On 6 March 2007, CCHQ moved again, this time to 30 Millbank, Westminster; part of the property portfolio of David and Simon Reuben. On 10 February 2014, CCHQ moved to 4 Matthew Parker Street, London SW1H.
Cchq Description
The Conservative Campaign Headquarters, formerly known as Conservative Central Office is the headquarters of the British Conservative Party, housing its central staff and committee members. As of July 2016, the post of Conservative Party chairman is held by Patrick McLoughlin. EstablishmentThe establishment of Conservative Central Office dates back to 1871, with the creation of professional support for the Party by Sir John Gorst. Following election defeats in 1906 and 1910, in 1911 the post of Party Chairman was created to oversee the work of the Central Office. LocationUntil 1958 CCO was based at Abbey House, Victoria Street, London, then moving to No. 32 Smith Square, Westminster. This was the scene of many televised historic moments in Conservative history from Margaret Thatcher's victory rallies to Iain Duncan Smith's resignation. CCO moved in 2004 to nearby 25 Victoria Street for more high-tech facilities, and has subsequently been known as Conservative Campaign Headquarters (CCHQ). On 6 March 2007, CCHQ moved again, this time to 30 Millbank, Westminster; part of the property portfolio of David and Simon Reuben. On 10 February 2014, CCHQ moved to 4 Matthew Parker Street, London SW1H.