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Nadine Dorries defects to Reform UK in Tory turmoil

Former Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries stuns Westminster by quitting the Conservatives and defecting to Reform UK, in a move hailed by Nigel Farage as a 'massive signing' that signals a major realignment of British politics.

Nadine Dorries defects to Nigel Farage's Reform UK

Former Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries has sensationally defected to Nigel Farage's Reform UK, delivering a blistering attack on Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party and declaring it 'unrecognisable'.

Reform UK MP defects to Conservatives in major blow

Former Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe has dramatically crossed the floor to join the Conservative Party, dealing a significant blow to Nigel Farage's leadership and raising serious questions about Reform's stability just weeks after the general election.

Tory MEP defects to Reform UK

Conservative MEP Rupert Matthews has stunned political circles by defecting to Reform UK, citing disillusionment with the Tories' direction. The move signals growing fractures within the right-wing vote.

Tory MP defects to Labour in shock move

Controversial former Conservative MP Natalie Elphicke has crossed the floor to join Labour, citing Rishi Sunak's 'failure' on key policies. The dramatic move sparks fury among Tories and reshapes political dynamics ahead of the general election.

Mercer accuses Jenrick of undermining Afghan resettlement

Tory MP Johnny Mercer has publicly criticised former immigration minister Robert Jenrick, claiming his actions hindered the UK's Afghan resettlement scheme. Defence Secretary Ben Wallace also weighed in on the controversy.

Starmer and Wallace clash over Afghan evacuation

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has hit back at former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's claims that Labour would not have acted differently during the Afghan evacuation. Wallace accused Starmer of hypocrisy, sparking a heated political debate.

Starmer slams Tories over Afghan data breach

Labour leader Keir Starmer accuses former Conservative ministers of negligence following a major data breach affecting Afghan nationals who worked with UK forces.

Charlie Kirk backtracks on Epstein remarks

Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk sparks controversy after walking back remarks criticising media coverage of Jeffrey Epstein's case, drawing ire from critics.

Reeves slams govt over OBR scrutiny block

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves accuses the government of undermining economic credibility by blocking the OBR from reviewing Labour's manifesto pledges.

James Cleverly eyes London Mayor bid

Home Secretary James Cleverly is reportedly considering a run for London Mayor, sparking debates within the Conservative Party as Rishi Sunak faces leadership challenges.

Reform UK: Radical Party or Tory Dissidents?

James Cleverly questions whether Reform UK is a genuine political force or merely a haven for disillusioned Conservatives. Explore the debate shaping British politics.

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