Tory MP Nick Fletcher caused a stir by suggesting that voters in Ashfield should back Reform UK's Lee Anderson in the upcoming election. Despite later clarifying that he wants the Tories to win the election overall and not withdrawing his support for Anderson, Fletcher's endorsement is notable as he vows not to campaign against him. This unusual endorsement has sparked reactions across various media platforms, but the Conservative Party has decided not to discipline Fletcher for his comments.
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Tory MP appears to endorse Reform's Lee Anderson after ex-colleague vows not to campaign against him Read more🔗 https://t.co/gI1GkTkj1l
Tory MP Nick Fletcher appears to back Reform UK's Lee Anderson in election https://t.co/I7vpjEi9ti
Tory MP Nick Fletcher suggests voters back Reform UK in mate Lee Anderson's seat Then he clarifies he wants the Tories to win the election but doesn't withdraw the support for voters to back Anderson... https://t.co/nfjUeEdJhn
A Tory MP Has Called On Voters To Back Reform UK's Lee Anderson https://t.co/8WDI0SRv2y
Er … Tory MP says voters in Ashfield should vote for Reform UK’s Lee Anderson. Amazing stuff. https://t.co/xra9TKWYRb
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