British politician (born 1974)
Wiltshire MP Danny Kruger admits Reform has ‘bad eggs’: Wiltshire's sole Reform UK MP has admitted there are "bad eggs" in his party.
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Danny Kruger hears Winterbourne Stoke traffic concerns: East Wiltshire MP Danny Kruger visited Winterbourne Stoke on October 1, hearing concerns over A303 ...
salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/26601108.danny-kruger-hears-winterbourne-stoke-traffic-concerns/
Tories bidding to oust Wiltshire Reform MP Danny Kruger: Wiltshire Tories are bidding to oust a Reform MP who defected from the party.
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Small boat arrivals are ‘wealthy men’ who do not deserve help, says Reform’s Danny Kruger
theguardian.com/politics/2026/sep/19/small-boats-wealthy-men-reform-danny-kruger
Reform MP slams colleague Robert Jenrick’s response to Covid pandemic
independent.co.uk/bulletin/news/danny-kruger-robert-jenrick-reform-b3052494.html
Reform UK pledges immigration spot checks and £10,000 fines at Irish border: The party says it will bring in immigration officers to carry out checks of buses ...
standard.co.uk/news/politics/danny-kruger-reform-northern-ireland-dup-republic-of-ireland-b1297486.html
BBC Question Time erupts into laughter as Danny Kruger defends £72 million Reform UK donations
mirror.co.uk/news/politics/bbc-question-time-reform-donations-37674921
BBC Sep 17
BBC One - Question Time, 2026, 17/09/2026: Fiona Bruce presents an hour of topical debate from Salisbury.
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Former Wolverhampton MP in surprise defection to Reform: “I’ve been particularly impressed by the work of Danny Kruger,” says ex Wolverhampton MP
expressandstar.com/news/former-wolverhampton-mp-in-surprise-defection-to-reform-8972164
The Spectator Sep 10
'We're not revolutionary. We're trying to restore good government. But steady as she goes with a few tweaks is not going to cut it ... Show more
MPs John Glen and Danny Kruger vote against assisted dying legislation: MPs John Glen and Danny Kruger both voted against the assisted dying bill ...
salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/26543776.mps-john-glen-danny-kruger-vote-assisted-dying-legislation/
OpinionReform’s proposal to curb postal voting is scraping the barrel - Yorkshire Post Letters
yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion/letters/reforms-proposal-to-curb-postal-voting-is-scraping-the-barrel-yorkshire-post-letters-8950969
The Spectator Sep 04
Danny Kruger: ‘Reform are not revolutionary. We are trying to restore’: Danny Kruger is received in the Spectator lounge at Reform’s conference in Birmingham ...
spectator.com/article/danny-kruger-reform-are-not-revolutionary-we-are-trying-to-restore/
Devon Live Aug 28
Danny Kruger said anyone wanting to cast a ballot would “need to do it in person” unless they are “literally unable to get there” under Reform's plans for ... Show more
Holidaymakers ‘disenfranchise themselves’, says Reform MP over postal vote plans: Danny Kruger said anyone wanting to cast a ballot in British polls would ‘need ...
standard.co.uk/news/politics/danny-kruger-people-commonwealth-british-mps-b1295011.html
The party says it would reduce the benefits budget by £50billion: The party says it would reduce the benefits budget by £50billion
derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/millions-would-lose-benefits-under-11113476
Wiltshire market is being ‘killed by traffic crisis’: A popular market on a historic high street is under threat from a 'traffic crisis'.
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Reform UK MP Danny Kruger has said people with conditions such as anxiety and depression should not be “sitting on the sofa and watching TV" ... Show more
Dame Prue Leith fears for Reform MP son's safety after Ann Widdecombe's death: Dame Prue Leith has revealed her concern for her Reform MP son, Danny Kruger ...
mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/prue-leith-reform-ann-widdecombe-37432474
Reform UK MP says minorities should not fear party’s ‘revolution’: Danny Kruger, who defected from the Conservatives last year, is in charge of Reform’s ...
thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/reform-danny-kruger-minorities-revolution-lt5bkkzgh
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We react after former deputy first minister Kate Forbes shared the stage with right-wing influencers and Reform MPs at an event that has been described as the ... Show more
Christian Nationalism Has Arrived in Britain: Far-right activists in Britain are increasingly adopting the rhetoric of Christian nationalism ...
jacobin.com/2026/05/reform-uk-christian-nationalism-ethnicity
Carol Vorderman demands apology from Reform candidate over ‘disgusting comments’: Broadcaster describes Robert Kenyon, who is standing in the upcoming Makerfield ...
theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/26/carol-vorderman-demands-apology-reform-candidate-robert-kenyon
The Spectator Jun 01
Danny Kruger: Reform will make Britain a great power again: Nigel Farage will seek to make Britain a ‘great power once again’, Danny Kruger announced today ...
spectator.com/article/danny-kruger-reform-will-make-britain-a-great-power-again/
The Spectator May 28
Reform’s strange balancing act: Nothing illustrates the challenge facing Reform UK better than the strained interview Danny Kruger gave to the Today programme on ...
spectator.com/article/reforms-strange-balancing-act/
The Spectator May 29
Pity Andy Burnham: There is something infinitely melancholy in hearing what political ambition does to perfectly nice people. I awoke on Monday to hear Danny ...
spectator.com/article/pity-andy-burnham/
Carol Vorderman demands apology from coward politician: Carol Vorderman has demanded an apology over offensive social media posts.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26138192.carol-vorderman-demands-apology-coward-politician/
Reform MP refuses to say whether Farage should produce evidence for Russian hack claim
theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/25/danny-kruger-nigel-farage-reform-uk-evidence-russia-hack-claim
Wiltshire's only Reform UK MP faces new rival for seat: Reform UK MP Danny Kruger is facing a challenger over his seat in Wiltshire.
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The Spectator May 01
'Something great is happening in our country. Just as great as the danger we are in. People are rising up'
Reform MP Danny Kruger tells a packed ... Show more
The Fight for the Right
The Fight for the Right
The Spectator Apr 20
'If they don't like the government they've been asked to work for they should resign'
Reform UK MP Danny Kruger tells James Heale that the ... Show more
Beware: Reform UK wants to join you in your bedroom: Attention Gen Z: the right is coming for your dating apps. The war over sexual liberation that has ensnared ...
newstatesman.com/politics/uk-politics/2026/03/beware-reform-uk-wants-to-join-you-in-your-bedroom
Teen dies after being hit by train near Waverly-Shell Rock High School: Danny Kruger, 16, was killed in a train accident in Waverly on Tuesday ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2026/03/04/waverly-train-accident-16-year-old-killed/88979314007/
Danny Kruger joins Reform UK debate at Salisbury Guildhall: The event, held on Thursday, February 26, was hosted by Reform UK’s Salisbury branch and drew a crowd ...
salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/25898945.danny-kruger-joins-reform-uk-debate-salisbury-guildhall/
Reform UK Is Coming For Your Sex Life: Reform MP Danny Kruger has said the party wants to “reset” Britain’s sexual culture, also criticising what he described as ...
glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/reform-uk-danny-kruger
Reform’s Danny Kruger claims party would ‘reset Britain’s sexual culture’ as he laments divorce rates
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/reform-uk-britain-sexual-culture-danny-kruger-b2926667.html
The Spectator Feb 01
Nigel Farage is not infallible: In our online edition, Danny Kruger, who is a dear man and my former employee, attacks our editor, Daniel Finkelstein and me for ...
spectator.com/article/nigel-farage-is-not-infallible/
Danny Kruger’s Farage analogy falls flat: Plus: British Rail’s old menu; Mock the Week’s return; the Green choice for the Gorton & Denton by-election; and David ...
thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/danny-krugers-farage-analogy-falls-flat-gl5b2wxtt
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The Observer Jan 25
The New Right’s vision of community depends on obedience, rather than solidarity: Rightwing pundits like Danny Kruger posit on the common good – but often the ...
observer.co.uk/news/columnists/article/the-new-rights-vision-of-community-depends-on-obedience-rather-than-solidarity
The Spectator Jan 08
‘We will use the power of democracy to blow you away’: Reform plots a path to No. 10
spectator.com/article/we-will-use-the-power-of-democracy-to-blow-you-away-reform-plots-a-path-to-no-10/
Reform UK to axe 68,000 civil service jobs if they win next general election: The MP insisted the party’s plans would improve working in central government
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/reform-civil-service-danny-kruger-b2884698.html
British adult content creator Bonnie Blue has backed Reform UK 😱
In an article discussing her political views Bonnie Blue said: "Reform has sensible ... Show more
OpinionBonnie Blue has set a dangerous trap for Nigel Farage: At the heart of Reform’s leadership lies an opposing set of values
inews.co.uk/opinion/bonnie-blue-dangerous-trap-for-nigel-farage-4113047
Bonnie Blue backs Reform as MP says party will take 'all support we can get': The adult star wrote that 'the tax system is terrible and it’s smart to leave if ...
mirror.co.uk/news/politics/bonnie-blue-backs-reform-mp-36407304
Bonnie Blue backs Reform UK: "There are too many people here": British adult content creator Bonnie Blue has backed Reform UK, with the party's MP ...
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MP Danny Kruger pays tribute to Marlborough College teacher: A fatal crash which caused the death of a Wiltshire school teacher has now sparked an MP's call for ...
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Faith and Reform: is the religious right on the rise in UK politics?: Powerful Christian figures are emerging in Britain but there are important differences from ...
theguardian.com/politics/2025/dec/07/is-the-religious-right-on-the-rise-in-uk-politics
Nigel Farage aide dismisses alleged racism as ‘playground banter’: Danny Kruger says he is ‘relieved’ Reform leader is facing scrutiny over his past rather than ...
theguardian.com/politics/2025/dec/07/nigel-farage-should-apologise-after-racism-allegations-says-former-watchdog-head
MP Kruger slams proposal to revoke Stonehenge tunnel consent: East Wiltshire MP Danny Kruger has slammed the government's proposal to revoke planning consent for ...
salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/25648032.mp-kruger-slams-proposal-revoke-stonehenge-tunnel-consent/
Wiltshire MP jokes about Home Secretary joining his party: An MP has welcomed the Home Secretary's "rhetoric" and joked about her possibly joining his ...
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Nigel Farage's Reform blasted in powerful speech about MP's LGBT rights and Hamas rant
mirror.co.uk/news/politics/nigel-farages-reform-blasted-powerful-36162569
The Reform revolution will be Americanised: Nigel Farage’s choice of Millbank Tower as Reform’s campaign centre is ominous. It was from this Westminster HQ that ...
newstatesman.com/politics/uk-politics/2025/11/the-reform-revolution-will-be-americanised
Kemi Badenoch says she is ‘rebuilding’ the Tories as she marks a year as leader: Mrs Badenoch’s first anniversary since taking over as Tory leader is on Sunday ...
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Danny Kruger: The Tories are blocking Reform’s path to government: His defection was a huge blow to the Conservatives, but the MP says there was an ...
telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/11/02/danny-kruger-interview-reform-tories/
Second jobs and freebies revealed for MPs in Wiltshire: Their annual salary is nearly £94,000, and the job is full time - but some Members of Parliament have ...
salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/25588577.second-jobs-freebies-revealed-mps-wiltshire/
Danny Kruger joins Reform pirate ship and shivers Whitehall’s timbers: The party’s big brain is threatening to put the civil service to the sword and slash the ...
thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/danny-kruger-joins-reform-pirate-ship-and-shivers-whitehalls-timbers-f8zbqn7dz
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OpinionKruger: Pirate ship Reform has an ill-disciplined crew: Another day, another Reform press conference. Today the central London meet-up saw former Conservative ...
spectator.co.uk/article/kruger-pirate-ship-reform-has-an-ill-disciplined-crew/
Reform UK would let ministers ignore international law, Kruger says: Party’s Doge chief says he would cut civil service and close six government offices – most ...
theguardian.com/politics/2025/oct/28/reform-uk-let-ministers-ignore-international-law-danny-kruger
Boris Johnson needs to take responsibility for immigration spike, says his former right-hand man
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/boris-johnson-immigration-danny-kruger-reform-b2844949.html
Danny Kruger, now a Reform MP after defecting from the Conservatives, has blamed Boris Johnson for “throwing open” the UK’s borders and causing the post-Covid ... Show more
The Spectator Oct 20 25
OpinionIn defence of the rules-based order: The last time I saw my cousin, the former Tory MP Danny Kruger, I found myself trying to ginger him up a bit. I said ...
spectator.co.uk/article/in-defence-of-the-rules-based-order/
‘Like going to the in-laws’: Conservative conference to be steeped in apathy: As Kemi Badenoch faces a make-or-break gathering her biggest challenge will be to ...
theguardian.com/politics/2025/oct/04/conservative-conference-like-going-to-in-laws-apathy-kemi-badenoch
Nigel Farage wins first sitting Tory MP defector as Danny Kruger joins Reform: Nigel Farage has seen the first sitting Tory MP defect to Reform UK in Prue ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/reform-danny-kruger-defection-nigel-farage-b2826662.html
Key FactsTory MP Danny Kruger Joins Reform UK Party
Sep 15, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- Danny Kruger defected from the Conservative Party to Reform UK, declaring the Tories have failed as the main opposition.
- He condemned the party for social decline, increased taxes, and a year of political stagnation without bold action.
- Kruger views Reform UK as a force to restore the political system and supports Nigel Farage as the next prime minister.
- His departure challenges Tory leader Kemi Badenoch, who remains committed to conservative principles and party unity.
The Conservatives are over, over as a national party, over as the principal opposition to the left.— Danny Kruger, during a press conference announcing his defection to Reform UK.
‘We failed’ – Tory MP explains his decision to defect to Reform: Danny Kruger has written to his 71,000-strong electorate setting out his reasons for jumping ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/we-failed--tory-mp-10554066
Danny Kruger speaks out after theft from Larkhill army camp: An MP has spoken out after intruders cut a wire fence to steal fuel from a military camp in ...
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Who gets to defect to Reform — and who doesn’t : There’s a vetting process for disaffected Tories who want to make the leap.
politico.eu/article/uk-who-gets-defect-reform-who-doesnt-nigel-farage-conservative-party/
I’m ‘turning around a distressed asset’, says Kemi Badenoch: Conservative leader insists her party should ‘hold its nerve’ amid plunging poll ratings and ...
politico.eu/article/kemi-badenoch-uk-conservative-party/
Nigel Farage major announcement as Reform boss faces questions: The announcement will be overshadowed by growing questions about the purchase of the four-bedroom ...
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/live-under-pressure-reform-boss-10499856
Danny Kruger: Immigration is turning entire UK cities Muslim: Reform’s newest MP says UK is becoming segregated and Islam ‘expects you to live in a certain way’
telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/09/26/danny-kruger-immigration-is-turning-entire-uk-cities-muslim/
Danny Kruger: The Tories are done, the voters aren’t coming back: Defecting was a painful decision to have to make but it is clear that the old ways don’t work ...
thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/danny-kruger-mp-conservative-reform-5rprmxgbp
Paid articlePaywallLosing Danny Kruger is more damaging than previous defections: The MP is a serious figure who has been close to successive Conservative leaders ...
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Paid articlePaywall Former Tory minister defects to Reform in latest blow for Kemi Badenoch: It comes just a day after Tory MP Danny Kruger also made the leap to Reform
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No pensioner deportations under Reform, says Kruger: The MP for East Wiltshire was responding to concerns about scrapping indefinite leave to remain.
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Tory MP Danny Kruger defects to Reform saying: 'the Conservative Party is over': Leader Nigel Farage announced that Kruger will head up his new department for ...
inews.co.uk/news/starmer-mandelson-uk-politics-live-blog-3917310
The Spectator Sep 18 25
‘Boris is not welcome in Reform’
Danny Kruger’s shock defection to Reform UK this week is a coup for Nigel Farage – but who might follow him? Michael Gove ... Show more
The Spectator Sep 20 25
Danny Kruger: ‘There’s no going back for the Tory party’: ‘The Conservative party is over.’ Until recently, such talk could be dismissed in Westminster as ...
spectator.co.uk/article/danny-kruger-theres-no-going-back-for-the-tory-party/
Nigel Farage claims ‘most stable relationships’ are between men and women: The Reform UK leader was accused of ‘vile homophobia’ after claiming that heterosexual ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/farage-homophobia-reform-conservative-b2826737.html
