- An MP has been denied access to his former constituency office by the High Court following his defection from the Conservative Party to Reform UK.
- Andrew Rosindell, who represents Romford, initiated legal proceedings against the Romford Conservative Association (RCA) after being locked out of the office he had occupied for over two decades.
- His legal team argued the RCA had 'taken the law into its own hands' and sought an injunction, stating monthly payments were made for exclusive use and access.
- The RCA opposed the application, arguing Rosindell's licence was contingent on his Conservative Party membership and expressed concerns about a rival party having access to their campaign hub.
- Mr Justice Choudhury refused the injunction, stating Rosindell 'ought to have realised that he had surrendered his right to occupy' and ordered him to pay £23,000 towards the RCA’s legal costs.
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