'I feel quite empowered' Reform UK's MP only 'resigned yesterday' after shocking win

'I feel quite empowered' Reform UK's MP only 'resigned yesterday' after shocking win
Gabrielle Wilde

By Gabrielle Wilde


Published: 09/07/2024

- 20:40

The Essex banker won South Basildon and East Thurrock for Reform and had never even visited the Houses of Parliament

Reform UK’s fifth MP James McMurdock has revealed that he did not expect to secure his seat in South Basildon and East Thurrock after being elected last week.

The Essex banker defined himself as an "on paper" candidate and "hadn't even quit his job" when he became an MP.

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