Sir Jake Berry has announced his defection from the Conservative Party to Reform UK, criticizing the failures of traditional Westminster politics. He emphasizes that true change requires challenging the existing order. Berry, a former MP and Cabinet member, joins other former Conservatives in this move, stating that Britain faces significant issues, including a tax system that discourages hard work and a benefits system that lacks proper control over immigration. He expresses disappointment in both his former party and Labour for their roles in the current situation.
"Old Westminster politics has failed. But there's a better way. I’ve always believed that change comes with challenging the old order. In shaking up the system when it isn't working."
"For 25 years, I was proud to call myself a Conservative ... But let's not kid ourselves. Britain is broken. It didn't start with Labour. The Conservative governments I was part of share the blame."
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