Badenoch sacks Jenrick before his defection to Reform UK
Kemi Badenoch turned a political crisis into an opportunity by sacking Robert Jenrick before he could defect to Reform UK. Analysis of the fallout and what it means for her leadership.
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Badenoch sacks Jenrick before Reform defection
Kemi Badenoch ejected Robert Jenrick from the Conservative Party after obtaining his resignation speech. The dramatic pre-emptive move stunned Westminster. Read the full story.
Jenrick Defects to Reform, Sparking Tory Civil War
Robert Jenrick's defection to Nigel Farage's Reform UK escalates a Tory crisis, turning a disciplinary issue into a fundamental question of the Conservative Party's viability and the future of the British right.
Jenrick defects to Reform UK in major Tory blow
Robert Jenrick's dramatic defection to Reform UK after being sacked by Kemi Badenoch throws the Conservative Party into disarray. Nigel Farage seizes the opportunity.
Jenrick's defection to Reform UK shocks Westminster
Former Tory minister Robert Jenrick joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK, marking a dramatic shift in his political journey from Cameron-era Remainer to right-wing insurgent. Explore his controversial career.
Jenrick defects to Reform UK after Tory sacking
Former shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK, marking a dramatic political journey from Cameron-era Remainer to hardline immigration critic. Read the full story.
Robert Jenrick defects from Conservatives to Reform UK
Robert Jenrick's dramatic defection to Reform UK, announced alongside Nigel Farage, signals deepening turmoil for the Conservative Party. Explore the implications for British politics.
Jenrick defects to Reform after Tory sacking
Former Conservative minister Robert Jenrick joins Reform UK in a dramatic defection, launching a scathing attack on his old party. Get the latest breaking political news.
Jenrick sacked and defects to Nigel Farage's Reform UK
Robert Jenrick has been sacked from the shadow cabinet and suspended from the Conservative Party, defecting to Nigel Farage's Reform UK after Kemi Badenoch received 'irrefutable evidence' of his plans.
Robert Jenrick defects to Reform UK after Tory sacking
Former shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK after being sacked by Kemi Badenoch over 'irrefutable evidence' of defection plans. Read the latest political fallout.
Jenrick Sacked from Shadow Cabinet Over Reform UK Links
Robert Jenrick has been dramatically removed from the shadow cabinet and suspended from the Conservative Party following allegations of a planned defection to Reform UK. Explore the political fallout.
Badenoch sacks Jenrick over secret defection plot
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has sacked Robert Jenrick from the shadow cabinet after uncovering evidence of a planned defection. Read the full details of the political drama.
Badenoch sacks Jenrick in Tory defection row
Kemi Badenoch has dramatically expelled Robert Jenrick from the Conservative Party. We analyse the fallout for the Tories and the battle for the right-wing vote. Listen to the full Politics Weekly UK podcast.
Jenrick sacked from Tory shadow cabinet for plotting to defect
Kemi Badenoch sacks Robert Jenrick after evidence he was secretly planning to defect. Senior Tories brand him a 'dishonest snake'. Read the full story.
Jenrick sacked over 'damaging' defection plot
Kemi Badenoch sacks Robert Jenrick from the shadow cabinet after 'irrefutable evidence' he planned to defect to Reform UK. The Tory leader vows to end party psychodrama.
Robert Jenrick sacked from Tory shadow cabinet
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch sacks Robert Jenrick as shadow justice secretary over 'irrefutable evidence' of a plot to defect. Follow the latest Westminster fallout.
Badenoch sacks Jenrick for secret defection plot
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has expelled Robert Jenrick from the party, citing "irrefutable evidence" of a planned defection. Full details on the political fallout.
Zahawi's Defection to Reform UK in Political Cartoon
Ella Baron's Guardian cartoon satirises Nadhim Zahawi's defection from the Conservatives to Reform UK, capturing a pivotal moment in British politics. Explore the analysis.
Nadhim Zahawi defects to Nigel Farage's Reform UK
Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK, sparking debate on political opportunism and the 'consequence-free' attitude of modern politicians. Read the full analysis.
Reform hits poll low as Zahawi defection sparks internal worry
Reform UK insiders fear Nadhim Zahawi's high-profile defection looks like 'naked opportunism', as a new poll shows the party at its lowest rating in 10 months. Follow the latest political fallout.
Zahawi Joins Reform, Testing Alliance with Farage
Nadhim Zahawi's defection to Reform UK bolsters Nigel Farage's ranks but raises questions over past clashes and the party's identity. Can the former Tory chancellor and the insurgent leader work together?
Zahawi defects to Reform UK in major blow to Conservatives
Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK, marking a significant defection. We analyse the political opportunism and what it means for the Tories.
Ex-Tory Chancellor Zahawi defects to Reform UK
Former Conservative chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK, calling his old party a 'defunct brand' and endorsing Nigel Farage for PM. Read the full story on this major political shift.
Zahawi's Reform defection: A new route to the top?
Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK, bringing establishment experience to Nigel Farage's insurgent party. Analysis of the risks and rewards for both sides in the shifting political landscape.
Zahawi defects to Reform UK in blow to Conservatives
Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK, criticising Tory governance. Analysis questions his motives and the impact on both parties. Read the full story.
Ex-Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK
Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Nigel Farage's Reform UK, becoming the most senior ex-Tory to join. He cites high taxes and censorship as key motivations. Read the full story.
Conservative Party proposes social media ban for under-16s
The Conservative Party announces a plan to ban under-16s from social media. Kemi Badenoch leads the policy push, citing child safety concerns. Read the full details and political reactions.
Shadow Attorney General Acts for Sanctioned Oligarch
Labour demands Kemi Badenoch act as her shadow attorney general, David Wolfson, represents Roman Abramovich in a £5.3bn Jersey asset freeze case, raising major conflict of interest concerns.
Fistfight erupts in Turkish parliament during budget talks
A physical altercation between ruling and opposition MPs suspended Turkey's parliament session. Watch the dramatic footage and learn how lawmakers eventually passed the 2026 budget.
Work Christmas party disasters: Black eyes, bosses' beds & P45s
Metro readers share their most cringe-worthy office festive party mistakes, from punch-ups and ill-advised flirting to wardrobe malfunctions and disciplinary action.
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