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Nadhim Zahawi Joins Reform UK, Declares 'National Emergency'

1/12/2026

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Nadhim Zahawi joined Reform UK, defecting from Conservative Party.
At a press conference with Reform leader Nigel Farage, Zahawi described Britain as in a 'national emergency' and urged Farage to be prime minister.
He previously served as Chancellor and led the vaccine rollout, resigning as MP ahead of the 2024 general election.
His past includes a breach of the Ministerial Code and tax issues, potentially challenging Reform UK's image.

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Nadhim Zahawi joined Reform UK, defecting from Conservative Party.
At a press conference with Reform leader Nigel Farage, Zahawi described Britain as in a 'national emergency' and urged Farage to be prime minister.
He previously served as Chancellor and led the vaccine rollout, resigning as MP ahead of the 2024 general election.
His past includes a breach of the Ministerial Code and tax issues, potentially challenging Reform UK's image.