Poulter, who also works part-time as a mental health doctor in an NHS hospital, expressed concern over the Conservative party's shift to the right and its neglect of major issues, including the NHS.

He shared his experiences of working in an overwhelmed A&E department as "truly life-changing" and believed that only Labour could be trusted to prioritize the NHS.

Wes Streeting, Labour's shadow health secretary, noted that Poulter's defection reflected the disaffection and disillusionment felt by millions of Tory voters.

A Conservative MP, Dr Dan Poulter, announced he will not seek re-election due to the government's failure to support the NHS, which is his top priority.

He expressed concern about losing the ability to look his colleagues, patients, and constituents in the eye.

Poulter intends to advise Labour on mental health policies after the election.

Labour has previously improved the NHS, according to Poulter.

The shadow health secretary, Wes Streeting, commented that this departure reflects poorly on the Conservative Party.

Conservative voter disillusionment: Millions are reconsidering their vote in the next general election due to their dissatisfaction with the current Conservative party.

Dan Poulter, a former Conservative MP who worked in the NHS and cares deeply about its future, has switched to Labour, believing only they can be trusted to protect the NHS.

No information was provided on any offers made to Poulter by Labour regarding his defection.