Commentator Tim Montgomerie quits Reform following suspension
Summary
Tim Montgomerie, a political commentator who left the Conservative Party to join Reform UK, has resigned from Reform after being suspended for criticizing party leaders. He urges Nigel Farage, Reform’s leader, to take stronger control of the party and keep far-right influences out.Key Facts
- Tim Montgomerie joined Reform UK after leaving the Conservative Party 18 months ago.
- He was suspended from Reform last month after publicly criticizing senior party members.
- Montgomerie resigned following a discussion with Reform’s chair, feeling pressured to accept the party’s terms.
- He continues to support Reform but wants it to distance itself from far-right groups like Germany’s AfD party.
- Nigel Farage is the leader of Reform UK, and Montgomerie calls on him to enforce better discipline.
- Reform UK has not yet replaced the Conservative Party as the main right-wing party, leading to political challenges.
- Montgomerie has a background as a Conservative adviser and political commentator.
- Reform UK thanked Montgomerie and wished him well after his resignation.
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