James McMurdock has indicated he will leave Reform UK after receiving legal counsel concerning his business dealings linked to Covid loans. The former MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock had surrendered the party whip in expectation of troubling disclosures. Reports suggest he received 70,000 in loans from the government’s bounce back scheme for two companies that had negligible assets and no employees before the pandemic. Subsequently, he declared his intention to continue as an independent MP, focusing on his constituents' interests, rather than rejoining the party.
James McMurdock suggested he will permanently quit Reform UK following legal advice concerning the legitimacy of Covid loans totaling tens of thousands of pounds. He announced his decision on X.
McMurdock had taken 70,000 in loans from the government's bounce back scheme during the pandemic, including 50,000 for JAM Financial Ltd, a company with no employees.
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