David Jones, former Conservative cabinet minister and MP for Clwyd West from 2005 to 2024, has joined Reform UK after resigning from the Conservative Party after over 50 years. He notified the party chairman of his resignation but did not receive a reply. Jones believes that Reform UK now best represents his values, particularly concerning issues like the cost of living and illegal immigration. Though he has served in various ministerial roles, he clarified that he does not intend to run for election and joined as a private individual.
After more than 50 years of continuous membership in the Conservative party, former cabinet minister David Jones announced he has joined Reform UK due to disillusionment with the Tories.
Jones expressed concern over the cost of living, illegal immigration, and the erosion of national sovereignty, stating that Reform UK is the only party that reflects his views.
Despite his political background, Jones emphasized that he joined Reform UK as a private individual with no intention of running for election in the future.
He noted that his decision to join Reform UK was made after he felt the Conservative party no longer represented his values or beliefs.
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