Robert Jenrick joins Reform UK as 18th Tory defector
Ex-Tory minister Robert Jenrick defects to Nigel Farage's Reform UK, bringing total defections to 18. We analyse who has jumped ship and who might be next.
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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.
Farage's 'Never Trust a Tory' Stance Tested by Zahawi
Readers react as former Tory chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK, challenging Nigel Farage's past rhetoric. Plus, debate on bus reliability and London's safety. Share your views.
Kemi Badenoch: A Potential Prime Minister by 2028
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch is gaining traction in polls. Analysis explores her unique background, policy shifts on Net Zero, and the potential for an unprecedented premiership. Discover the factors behind her ascent.
20 Former Conservative MPs Defect to Reform UK
A comprehensive look at the 20 former Conservative MPs who have switched allegiance to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party since 2024, reshaping the British political landscape.
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.
Scott Adams, Dilbert Creator, Dies Aged 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist behind the Dilbert comic strip and a controversial conservative commentator, has died aged 68 after a battle with prostate cancer. Read his final message.
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.
Stride pledges to protect OBR in clash with Farage
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride commits to safeguarding the independent Office for Budget Responsibility, creating a clear divide with Reform UK's Nigel Farage on economic policy. Read the full analysis.
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.
Farage and Zahawi's history of insults revealed
Nadhim Zahawi's defection to Reform UK is overshadowed by years of bitter social media exchanges with leader Nigel Farage. Explore their history of enmity and political opportunism.
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.
Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK
Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Reform UK, declaring the country 'needs Nigel Farage as Prime Minister'. The high-profile move deals another blow to Kemi Badenoch's Tories.
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.
NHS software firm TPP pays out £50m dividend
TPP Group, the healthcare tech firm owned by Tory donor Frank Hester, has paid a £50m dividend following a surge in sales and profits from NHS contracts. Explore the financials and political connections.
Shadow AG steps back from Ukraine advice over Abramovich link
David Wolfson, a Conservative peer, will not advise Kemi Badenoch on Ukraine due to his legal work for sanctioned oligarch Roman Abramovich. The move follows Labour criticism of a conflict of interest.
MAGA Media's Foreign Policy Shift on Trump's Venezuela Move
Analysis of the conservative media's surprising support for President Trump's military action in Venezuela, despite past 'America First' pledges. Explore the voices backing and questioning the intervention.
Michael Reagan, son of Ronald Reagan, dies aged 80
Michael Reagan, the conservative commentator and eldest son of former US President Ronald Reagan, has died at the age of 80. Read about his life and legacy.
Boyfriend hid me from parents due to my tattoos
A woman shares how her two-year relationship ended after her boyfriend admitted his conservative parents would disapprove of her body art. She explores the stigma around tattoos and finding self-worth.
Labour accuses Tory peer of conflict over Abramovich case
Labour demands Lord Wolfson quit as shadow attorney general or drop Roman Abramovich as a client. The row centres on UK sanctions and £5.3bn in frozen assets. Read the full story.
Tributes paid to 'legendary' Bromley councillor Keith Onslow
Bromley Council mourns the death of Conservative councillor Keith Onslow, who served Petts Wood and Knoll for 11 years and chaired the Pension Committee. Read the tributes.
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.
US Conservatives Champion Psychedelic Ibogaine for Veterans
Explore how the US political right, including Republican governors and evangelical Christians, is now leading the push to legalise ibogaine, a powerful psychedelic, for treating veterans' PTSD and trauma.
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