Overview
- Rosindell, the long‑serving MP for Romford, said the Conservatives crossed a red line over Chagossian self‑determination and British sovereignty.
- He resigned his shadow foreign office role and joined Reform after speaking with Nigel Farage on Sunday evening.
- The move follows Robert Jenrick’s defection last week after his sacking, with Reform figures arguing such recruits improve their election prospects.
- Reform has set 7 May as the deadline for taking defectors, and Jenrick has urged any wavering Conservatives to decide before then.
- Badenoch has warned MPs against conduct that undermines the party and has said she is confident no more shadow‑cabinet members will leave.