but could it cause a bigger fight on the right?
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Key Points:
- Robert Jenrick, a well-known former Conservative minister, has defected to Reform UK, marking a significant political shift and bringing insider knowledge of Conservative strategies to the party.
- Jenrick's move has sparked accusations of dishonesty from Conservative colleagues, who claim he denied his intentions to defect even while discussing party strategy.
- Jenrick seeks a more strident political stance than the Conservatives currently offer, but his alignment with Reform UK's policies remains somewhat uncertain on key issues like benefits and the NHS.
- His defection raises questions about whether Reform UK can truly "unite the right" without splitting the conservative vote, potentially benefiting Labour in future elections.
- The arrival of Jenrick may intensify internal competition within Reform UK and complic
