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Two Councillors Expelled as Reform UK Faces Defection

2/20/2026

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On February 19, Warwickshire councillors Scott Cameron (Reform UK) and Luke Cooper (Reform UK) were expelled for defecting to Restore Britain.
Reform UK leader Cllr George Finch said the actions were inappropriate for party representatives.
Restore Britain was established by former Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe and aims to be a national party.
Reform UK remains the largest party at Warwickshire County Council despite losing two councillors.

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On February 19, Warwickshire councillors Scott Cameron (Reform UK) and Luke Cooper (Reform UK) were expelled for defecting to Restore Britain.
Reform UK leader Cllr George Finch said the actions were inappropriate for party representatives.
Restore Britain was established by former Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe and aims to be a national party.
Reform UK remains the largest party at Warwickshire County Council despite losing two councillors.