LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
Reform UK MP Resigns Party Whip Amid Business Impropriety Probe
James McMurdock steps down pending investigation into conduct
05 July 2025 · 23:24 UTC

Party leaders confirmed his temporary departure amid an internal investigation into claims he misused his position for personal financial gain.
The controversy comes as Reform UK battles criticism over its candidate vetting, with opponents accusing it of lacking discipline and accountability.
McMurdock denies any wrongdoing but pledged to cooperate fully with inquiries.