Summary
A Welsh Tory politician, James Evans, is being removed from his party roles and made an independent member after considering joining Reform UK. Evans discussed the possibility of defecting with party leader Darren Millar and has had his membership status affected as a result. Evans plans to think over his political future.
Key Facts
- James Evans is a prominent Tory politician in Wales.
- Evans was removed from his position in the shadow cabinet and became an independent.
- Party leader Darren Millar withdrew the party whip from Evans.
- Evans was in talks with Reform UK about possibly joining them.
- Evans confirmed his exit from the Tory party due to a mismatch in values.
- The decision followed Evans's interview criticizing UK party leader Kemi Badenoch.
- The process to remove Evans's party membership has started.
