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Chris Mason: Another big beast defection shows momentum is with Reform

Chris Mason: Another big beast defection shows momentum is with Reform

Summary

Suella Braverman, a former Conservative home secretary, has joined the Reform UK party led by Nigel Farage. This marks the fourth Conservative Member of Parliament to switch to Reform UK, showing a shift of momentum in British politics. The defections are creating challenges and opportunities for both the Conservative and Labour parties.

Key Facts

  • Suella Braverman was a home secretary in the Conservative Party.
  • She is the fourth Conservative MP to join Reform UK since the last election.
  • Nigel Farage is the leader of Reform UK.
  • Braverman criticized her former party's recent performance and policies.
  • Several other Conservative MPs may also be considering joining Reform UK.
  • The Conservative and Labour parties are both impacted by these defections.
  • Reform UK claims that Britain is "broken," a view the Conservatives disagree with.

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