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Ex-MP Ben Bradley Joins Reform UK to Slash Council Spending

12/11/2025

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Ben Bradley, former Conservative MP, has joined Reform UK to help cut council spending.
The move comes 17 months after he lost his parliamentary seat.
Bradley will lead local government action and work on Reform UK's efficiency campaign, "Doge."
Bradley criticized past governments for failing to deliver on key promises.
Richard Tice, deputy leader of Reform UK, praised Bradley's experience and leadership.

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Ben Bradley, former Conservative MP, has joined Reform UK to help cut council spending.
The move comes 17 months after he lost his parliamentary seat.
Bradley will lead local government action and work on Reform UK's efficiency campaign, "Doge."
Bradley criticized past governments for failing to deliver on key promises.
Richard Tice, deputy leader of Reform UK, praised Bradley's experience and leadership.