Robert Jenrick Criticised for 'Mistimed' Shift to Reform UK
Former Tory MP Robert Jenrick defected to Reform UK after his sacking, sparking criticism.
On 15 January 2026, former Conservative MP Robert Jenrick announced he was defecting to Reform UK after the party’s executive committee dismissed him the same morning. The defection, covered by GB News, was met with sharp criticism from Tory critic Trevor Kavanagh, who said Jenrick had “made a mistake”. Jenrick, who served as MP for North East Hertfordshire since 2015, had faced internal party disputes over his stance on national policy. His departure from the Conservatives came days before the 2026 parliamentary budget debates. The move is seen as a significant shift in the UK’s political landscape, potentially altering power dynamics within the opposition ranks.
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