Robert Jenrick sacked by Tories for 'plotting to defect' - live updates - BBC News

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has sacked Robert Jenrick, the Shadow Justice Secretary, due to 'irrefutable evidence' that he was plotting to defect from the party. Badenoch claims to have been presented with clear evidence that Jenrick was planning to defect in a way designed to be as damaging as possible to the Conservative Party. Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, confirms having conversations with Jenrick but denies signing any deal. This incident is seen as a significant moment for the future of the British right, with concerns about the Conservative Party being usurped by Reform UK.