Cryptic crossword clue
Conservative party member demanding vessel 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word HARDLINER

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The straight part
We know that "Conservative party member" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case conservative party member = hardliner.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does HARDLINER mean?

HARDLINER noun
  1. A person who takes a firm, uncompromising position on some policy.

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