Senior Reform MP Danny Kruger has declared his party's intention to "reset" Britain's sexual culture, expressing deep concern over the nation's high divorce rates. Mr Kruger, a former Conservative MP known for his strong Christian beliefs, made these remarks in an interview with the House magazine, highlighting what he perceives as a crisis in marital stability.
Critique of Modern Divorce Laws
Mr Kruger specifically targeted recent changes to divorce legislation, such as the introduction of no-fault divorces, which allow couples to separate without citing reasons like adultery or unreasonable behaviour. He argued that these reforms undermine the sanctity of marriage, stating, "basically means that your vows don't matter." While he expressed a desire to reverse such changes, he acknowledged uncertainty about whether this would become official party policy.
Advocating for a Pro-Social Framework
Emphasising that he is not interested in policing personal lives, Mr Kruger explained his focus is on creating a societal framework that encourages stable relationships. "I'm not interested in your love life, or anything about your personal life – that is your business. But I am interested in the framework in which you make your decisions, and I'd like the framework to be more pro-social," he said. He believes marriage traditionally regulated sexual relations and that its decline has led to an "unregulated sexual economy" causing societal suffering.
Pronatalist Ambitions and Policy Influences
Mr Kruger confirmed that Reform UK holds a "pronatalist" position, aiming to incentivise higher birthrates through government support. He referenced right-wing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's model, which includes tax breaks and subsidised mortgages for families with three or more children, as an inspiration. "Yes, we have a pronatalist ambition. We want people to have more children, and we think the government should get behind that wish," he told the magazine.
Alignment with Christian Heritage and Internal Dynamics
These comments align with Reform's recent emphasis on defending Britain's Christian heritage. Mr Kruger, a close ally of theologian James Orr who is drafting party policies, has previously opposed measures like the assisted dying bill. His views find resonance with figures like US Vice President JD Vance, whom he met last year. However, his stance appears somewhat at odds with party leader Nigel Farage's recent assertion that ethical issues should be left to MPs' "individual conscience," highlighting potential internal tensions.
Vision for National Unity
Despite the controversial nature of his proposals, Mr Kruger denied that Reform is a divisive force. He argued that the party's focus on "family, community, country" offers a path to national unity, moving away from "total liberal individualism." "The only chance of unity for our country is Reform. If we don't win, or if we win and then make a mess of it, I do fear for our country," he concluded, positioning his party as essential for societal cohesion.
