[6] The Junior Imperial and Constitutional League was formed in 1906 with objectives to encourage practical political work and organisation among young people in Britain.

[7] One large factor in the rapid decline in membership was the factionalism that gripped the movement in the early 1980s, first manifesting itself during Eric Pickles' chairmanship.

At the Young Conservative's national conference in Eastbourne in February 1981, Pickles presided over a growing split in the ranks, particularly between northern "liberals" and southern "right-wingers".

[8]From that point onwards, a battle for leadership ensued between the moderates ('One Nation' Tories, termed 'Wets') and 'Drys' (Right-wingers from the Monday Club and Libertarians).

Publications such as the North West Area YC Rag Mag, the Sin, featured a page in 1985 attacking the Young Monday Club image.

[12][13] A large number of Vice Chairmen have gone on to other prominent positions in the Party and hold public office at local and national level.

[17] The structure of Young Conservative branches will be integrated with local Associations and into the wider voluntary party with officers being elected by members of the association.[when?]

The organisation aims to increase youth ownership and engagement in local associations by focusing on activities which are tangible for the success of the party.

After the publication of the Chequers Brexit white paper Ben Bradley tendered his resignation[18] as Vice Chairman for youth and was subsequently succeeded by Tom Pursglove.