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Farage Hints McMurdock May Rejoin Reform UK Amid Controversy

3/26/2026

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Nigel Farage said James McMurdock could rejoin Reform UK, though Labour criticised Reform's handling of him and questioned Farage's judgment, while McMurdock sits as an independent for South Basildon and East Thurrock after leaving Reform amid financial misconduct allegations.
McMurdock denied any wrongdoing regarding Covid-19 support loans totaling £70,000.
If McMurdock rejoins Reform, Reform's MP count would rise to nine.

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Nigel Farage said James McMurdock could rejoin Reform UK, though Labour criticised Reform's handling of him and questioned Farage's judgment, while McMurdock sits as an independent for South Basildon and East Thurrock after leaving Reform amid financial misconduct allegations.
McMurdock denied any wrongdoing regarding Covid-19 support loans totaling £70,000.
If McMurdock rejoins Reform, Reform's MP count would rise to nine.