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MNN Global · February 19, 2026 · 1 min read

Reform party expels two councillors over defection claims

What happened: Warwickshire County Council leader says two councillors were expelled from Reform after allegedly planning to join Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain party.

Why it matters:

  • It highlights tensions and shifting alliances within local politics.
  • The move affects council dynamics and party representation in Warwickshire.

MNN Take: The expulsion reflects internal party disputes and the challenges of maintaining unity amid changing political loyalties.

Sources: BBC Politics