Former Conservative minister Nadine Dorries defects to Reform UK

Former Conservative minister Nadine Dorries defects to Reform UK

Former Conservative minister Nadine Dorries has made the decision to join Reform UK, marking a significant shift in her political allegiance. In an interview with the Daily Mail, Dorries expressed her belief that the Conservative Party has reached its end, urging its members to consider new possibilities for the future. During her time in politics, she held positions such as culture secretary and health minister under Boris Johnson, with whom she had a close working relationship.

Dorries’ decision to defect to Reform UK is part of a trend of Conservative members making similar moves, including former Welsh Secretary David Jones and ex-Tory Chairman Sir Jake Berry. This shift in allegiances comes as members of Reform UK gather in Birmingham for their annual conference. Dorries had previously served as the MP for Mid-Bedfordshire before stepping down in 2023 after 18 years in the House of Commons.

In her statement to the Daily Mail, Dorries described her departure from the Conservatives as one of the most challenging decisions she has ever had to make, emphasizing that her core beliefs remain unchanged since she first joined the party in 1995. She expressed confidence in Nigel Farage as a capable leader who shares her views on key issues such as law and order, immigration, public spending cuts, economic growth, and support for Ukraine. Despite potential disagreements, Dorries stated that any conflicts would be addressed privately between herself and Farage.

While Dorries did not directly address the criticism of the Online Safety Act that Farage has voiced, her decision to align with Reform UK indicates a significant shift in her political stance. This development highlights the evolving landscape of British politics and the impact of individual beliefs on party affiliations

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