Politics8/20/2025BBC

Former Tory MP quits party and unveils election plan

Former Tory MP quits party and unveils election plan

Sarah Atherton, a former Conservative MP for Wrexham, has announced her decision to quit the Tory party and unveiled her plan to run in the 2026 Senedd (Welsh Parliament) elections. Atherton, who served as the MP for Wrexham from 2019 to 2022, did not specify the reasons behind her decision to leave the Conservative party. However, she stated that she intends to run as an independent candidate in the upcoming Senedd elections, which are scheduled to take place in 2026. The announcement has generated speculation about Atherton's political future and the potential impact on the political landscape in Wales. While the details of her election plan are yet to be revealed, her decision to run as an independent candidate suggests a shift in her political approach and a desire to chart a new course in Welsh politics.

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