What does the cryptic crossword clue "HS2, missing both ends, has party members instigating plots (7)" mean?

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HS2, missing both ends, has party members instigating plots (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29418 | 7 Across | 2024-06-25

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(h) S (2) [ missing both ends ] has TORIES ("party members")

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