Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

James Evans Joins Reform UK, Critiques Wales' Political Failures

2/5/2026

23 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Nigel Farage announced the defection of former Welsh Conservative James Evans to Reform UK at a Newport conference on February 5, 2026.
Evans, previously sacked for considering a switch, criticized the parties for failing Wales and said, "Wales is broken and needs Reform".
Farage defended including former Tories as welcome for their "Christian forgiveness".
Reform UK aims to be a contender in Senedd elections, with Evans as its second member.

1 of 1

Story summary

Nigel Farage announced the defection of former Welsh Conservative James Evans to Reform UK at a Newport conference on February 5, 2026.
Evans, previously sacked for considering a switch, criticized the parties for failing Wales and said, "Wales is broken and needs Reform".
Farage defended including former Tories as welcome for their "Christian forgiveness".
Reform UK aims to be a contender in Senedd elections, with Evans as its second member.