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Strictly Star Joins Reform UK, Critiques Labour Leadership

1/21/2026

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Thomas Skinner, a Strictly Come Dancing star, joined Reform UK and backed Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
Skinner said Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is "out of his depth" and that current leaders misunderstand everyday struggles.
Andrew Rosindell, Tory Shadow Minister, defected to Reform UK, following other defections from the Conservatives, faulting the Conservative Party for lacking accountability.
Farage welcomed Rosindell and highlighted Reform UK's growth ahead of the elections.

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Thomas Skinner, a Strictly Come Dancing star, joined Reform UK and backed Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
Skinner said Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is "out of his depth" and that current leaders misunderstand everyday struggles.
Andrew Rosindell, Tory Shadow Minister, defected to Reform UK, following other defections from the Conservatives, faulting the Conservative Party for lacking accountability.
Farage welcomed Rosindell and highlighted Reform UK's growth ahead of the elections.