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Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch accuse each other of lying over 'special place in hell' message

Robert Jenrick published texts from Tory chief whip Rebecca Harris after Kemi Badenoch accused him of lying following his defection to Reform UK last week.

  • Reform UK MP Robert Jenrick leaked text messages from Conservative Chief Whip Rebecca Harris, in which she called him a 'bloodsucker' and said he should stand down.
  • Kemi Badenoch rejected Jenrick's claims of deception, telling him it’s time to move on.
  • Badenoch emphasized a positive outlook for the Conservative Party, stating, 'Where Reform is negative about our country, we will be fueled by positivity.'
  • Badenoch's leadership has been praised for its handling of the situation surrounding Jenrick's defection, despite ongoing challenges remaining for the party.
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Jenrick hits back at Badenoch’s claims he lied, amid war of words with ex-party

Mr Jenrick last week dramatically defected to Reform UK after being sacked by Mrs Badenoch from her front bench.

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Conservative Home broke the news in on Friday, January 23, 2026.
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