Ex-Tory defence minister joins Reform UK
Former Conservative MP for Wrexham, Sarah Atherton, has joined the Reform UK party. Atherton, who previously served as a defence minister in the Conservative government, has announced her intention to run for the Senedd (Welsh Parliament) under the Reform UK banner. The move comes as a surprise, given Atherton's previous affiliation with the Conservative Party. In her statement, Atherton cited her desire to represent the interests of her constituents and the need for a fresh approach to Welsh politics as the driving factors behind her decision to join Reform UK. The Reform UK party, led by Nigel Farage, has been described as a populist, Eurosceptic political movement that has gained some traction in recent years. Atherton's defection to the party is seen as a significant development, potentially signaling a shift in the political landscape in Wales.
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