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Tory Tumult: Lee Anderson's Defection Rocks UK Politics

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Former Tory deputy chairman, Lee Anderson, causes shockwaves by defecting to Reform UK amidst accusations and political turmoil.

In a dramatic turn of events, former Tory deputy chairman, Lee Anderson, has left the Conservative party, citing the need to reclaim his country. His departure has exposed the growing fractures within the Tories, with fears of more defections to follow. Anderson's suspension after controversial remarks about Islamists having 'control' of Sadiq Khan has fueled the party's internal struggles.

Rumors swirl around No 10 as they brace for the possibility of additional defections to Reform UK, heightening tensions within the party. Rishi Sunak, facing criticism from his own ranks, is under pressure to reassess his strategies. Anderson's move to become Reform UK's first parliamentary representative signals a significant shift in UK politics.

With Lee Anderson's defection making headlines, the Conservative party is on edge, anticipating further exits. Anderson's decision to join Reform UK, after losing the Tory whip, underscores the divisions within the party. The momentum gained by Reform UK through Anderson's move adds to the uncertainty surrounding the upcoming general election.

In a surprising twist, Lee Anderson's switch to Reform UK has sparked concerns among Conservatives, amplifying fears of a challenging election ahead. The fallout from Anderson's suspension for alleged Islamophobia continues to reverberate through UK politics, raising questions about unity and inclusivity in the political landscape.

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'I want my country back': Tories fear more defections after Lee ... (The Irish Times)

Former Tory deputy chairman leaves the Conservatives and exposes the fractures that threaten to overwhelm its 'red wall'

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Lee Anderson: Ex-Tory MP defects to Reform UK (BBC News)

The former Tory Party Vice-Chairman Mr Anderson was suspended after he said Islamists had "control" of Sadiq Khan.

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No 10 braced for prospect of more Reform defections as Lee ... (The Guardian)

Rishi Sunak warned by some in his own party he 'cannot pretend any longer' his strategy is working.

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Lee Anderson, former Conservative deputy chair, defects to Reform ... (Sky News)

The Ashfield MP now becomes the party's first representative in parliament, promising to "speak out" for people "who feel that they're not being listened ...

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Lee Anderson joins Reform UK after losing Tory whip over Khan ... (The Guardian)

One Tory MP says it is possible 'one or two' other colleagues might also defect to join former Conservative MP and ex-deputy chair.

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Lee Anderson, UK lawmaker dropped by Sunak, defects to right ... (Aljazeera.com)

Anderson was suspended from the Conservative Party over accusations of Islamophobia.

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Lee Anderson defection lends momentum to Reform UK (BBC News)

The suspended Tory MP's switch will amplify Conservative fears ahead of the general election.

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London Playbook PM: Rishi Sunak loses Lee Anderson to Nigel ... (POLITICO.eu)

โ€” Downing Street and Tom Tugendhat insisted it's all love and kisses on defense spending, after the minister appeared to speak out. โ€” SCOOP: The government won' ...

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MP Lee Anderson's move a soap opera, says council boss (BBC News)

Ashfield District Council leader Jason Zadrozny says Lee Anderson has become a distraction.

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MP Lee Anderson's move a soap opera, says council boss (BBC News)

After losing the Conservative whip last month for refusing to apologise for claims Islamists had "control" of London Mayor Sadiq Khan, Mr Anderson announced a ...

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For Rishi Sunak, there is no other way to spin Lee Anderson's ... (Sky News)

The Ashfield MP's decision to switch to Reform is a coup for the Tories' rivals on the right - and the Lee Anderson megaphone will undoubtedly only get ...

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What Rishi Sunak got wrong about Lee Anderson (Spectator.co.uk)

Because his background was authentically working class, Rishi Sunak and his advisers chose Anderson as an avatar for 'Red Wall' voters.

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Why Telegraph readers support Lee Anderson's move to Reform UK (Telegraph.co.uk)

Our exclusive poll finds 81 per cent who responded supported the former Tory Party deputy chairman's defection.

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Lee Anderson was right: We want our country back (Telegraph.co.uk)

The UK has become prey to a parasitic shadow culture that accuses us of bigotry simply for holding core British beliefs.

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