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Conservative Graham Simpson defects to Reform to become party's sole MSP

BBC News Wednesday, 27 August 2025 ()
Conservative Graham Simpson defects to Reform to become party's sole MSPSimpson announced his move as he appeared at a press conference in Scotland with Reform leader Nigel Farage.
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News video: Tory MSP Graham Simpson announces defection to Reform UK

Tory MSP Graham Simpson announces defection to Reform UK 01:06

Conservative MSP Graham Simpson has defected to Reform UK, saying, "I've watched Reform with interest and I see the opportunity to help to create something here in Scotland, and it's clear that the voters agree in increasing numbers". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at...

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