Robert Jenrick
Coverage of Robert Jenrick in the Nexus archive.
- Police are probing a £37,500 donation to Robert Jenrick
Police are investigating a £37,500 donation made to Robert Jenrick. The probe focuses on the source and legitimacy of the funds.
- Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces questions over donations from a convicted fraudster
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, faces scrutiny over undeclared financial gifts from George Cottrell, a crypto-gambling entrepreneur previously convicted of fraud. Parliamentary standards commissioner Daniel Greenberg is investigating donations from Cottrell and another donor, Christopher Harborne, while Farage denies wrongdoing.
- Nigel Farage did not declare gifts from crypto entrepreneur convicted of fraud
Nigel Farage did not declare gifts and benefits provided by George Cottrell, a crypto entrepreneur. Reform UK's Robert Jenrick stated these gifts were personal and given before Farage became an MP, thus not requiring disclosure.
- Ministers ‘furious’ over cuts to road projects to fund defence plan
Ministers and MPs, including Robert Jenrick and Hamish Falconer, have expressed anger over the cancellation or delay of road infrastructure projects in their constituencies to fund a defense spending increase. Investment cuts in the East Midlands and other regions contribute to a £15bn defense uplift.
- What does Burnham’s appointment of ex-Blair minister mean?
Andy Burnham appointed James Purnell, a minister from the Tony Blair era, as his chief of staff. The move is seen as a step toward building his leadership, welcomed by Labour MPs, business, and the City. Darren Jones ruled out a leadership challenge, potentially clearing the path for Burnham, while Reform UK's Robert Jenrick discussed migration and Labour's new direction.
- Jenrick: “Burnham is Keir Starmer in a dodgy polo shirt”
Robert Jenrick, Reform’s Treasury spokesman, compares Andy Burnham to Keir Starmer, calling him a 'continuity' leader with similar policies but a different public image. Jenrick criticizes Burnham’s ability to address Britain’s challenges, attributing economic and social issues to poor Brexit implementation by major parties. He notes recent by-election losses for Reform but predicts public disillusionment with Burnham’s leadership.
- Robert Jenrick’s plan to take on “Reform Slayer” Andy Burnham
Robert Jenrick, Reform’s Treasury Spokesman, addresses Andy Burnham’s leadership bid amid Reform UK’s recent electoral setbacks. Jenrick is promoting economic policies, including a 'big bang' for the City of London, after leaving the Conservative Party and clashing with Reform’s Zia Yusuf over migrant deportation policies.
- Robert Jenrick aide had meeting with US businessman accused of illicit donation
Robert Jenrick's aide met with a US businessman accused of making an illicit donation, raising questions about Jenrick's knowledge of a 2024 campaign contribution. Emails have been cited to further question his awareness of the donation.
- Bodycam footage fuels backlash after police handcuff dying stabbing victim
Bodycam footage shows police handcuffing an 18-year-old stabbing victim, Henry Nowak, who repeatedly told officers he could not breathe before dying. The incident, which occurred in Southampton, intensified scrutiny of police response and sparked political backlash over policing and race relations.
- English cops cuffed teen stabbing victim after attacker claimed racial assault
English police faced criticism after handcuffing an 18-year-old stabbing victim who later died, following the attacker's claim of racial assault. The incident sparked public outrage and debates over policing practices, with calls for transparency regarding body-worn camera footage.
- Reform UK's Zia Yusuf sparks public spat with Robert Jenrick over party's own immigration policy, leaving Labour delighted at rivals' chaotic feuding
Reform UK's Zia Yusuf publicly clashed with Robert Jenrick over the party's immigration policy, creating internal discord. Labour capitalized on the conflict, expressing satisfaction at the rivals' disarray.
- Senior Reform UK figures clash over immigration plans
Senior members of Nigel Farage's Reform UK party are divided over immigration policies, with a public dispute between Robert Jenrick and Zia Yusuf highlighting internal tensions. The clash reveals growing fractures within the party's leadership on key policy priorities.
- Man charged after 'sending death threat to Robert Jenrick making reference his Jewish wife'
A man has been charged after allegedly sending a death threat to Robert Jenrick, making reference to his Jewish wife. The threat was sent to the politician, who is married to a Jewish woman. The incident is being taken seriously by authorities.
- Robert Jenrick’s rancorous relationship with former Tory colleagues aired live on BBC
Robert Jenrick's relationship with former Tory colleagues was aired on live TV, with Victoria Atkins accusing him of abandoning their friendship after he defected to Reform in January. Atkins revealed she had not spoken to Jenrick since his defection. The incident occurred on the BBC's local election programme.
- Dig Deep! Reform frontbench promotes JCBs after £200,000 donation from firm
Reform UK politicians including Nigel Farage, Lee Anderson, and Robert Jenrick have promoted the JCB PotHole Pro machine after the party received a £200,000 donation from construction firm JCB. The promotion of the pothole-fixing technology coincides with financial support from the company, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest.
- Labour calls on Jenrick to give £37,500 campaign donation to charity amid electoral law investigation
Labour demands Robert Jenrick return a £37,500 campaign donation amid an Electoral Commission investigation into allegations the funds originated from a US businessman convicted of wire fraud. The donation, part of a £100,000 contribution from UK-based Spott Fitness, is suspected to have come from Gary Klopfenstein, a US-based businessman.
- Tuesday briefing: Can a deeply divided UK agree on an assisted dying bill?
The UK's assisted dying bill failed in Parliament, highlighting deep divisions over end-of-life care. Supporters criticized the House of Lords for blocking legislation passed by the Commons, while opponents celebrated the outcome. Additional news includes a political investigation into Keir Starmer's appointments and concerns about school infrastructure.
- Reform's Robert Jenrick referred to police over allegations he received almost £40,000 of illegal donations from US businessman
Robert Jenrick, a member of Reform, was referred to police over allegations he received nearly £40,000 in illegal donations from a U.S. businessman. The investigation centers on potential breaches of campaign finance laws.
- Police assess evidence on £40,000 donation to Robert Jenrick’s campaign
Police are investigating allegations that a £40,000 donation to Robert Jenrick's 2024 Tory leadership campaign originated from a US businessman, breaching electoral rules, following a referral from the Electoral Commission. Jenrick later defected to Reform UK.
- Landlords allegedly posting 'Muslim-only' apartment ads in violation of country's equality act: report
Landlords in England are allegedly advertising 'Muslim-only' and other religion-specific apartment listings on platforms like Facebook and Gumtree, violating Britain's Equality Act 2010. The Telegraph investigation found discriminatory language in ads, prompting criticism from Reform UK's Robert Jenrick, while platforms like Gumtree stated they enforce anti-discrimination policies.
- Robert Jenrick calls for Southport killer's parents to be deported after damning injury finds they 'should have stopped him'
Robert Jenrick, a UK politician, has called for the deportation of the parents of a Southport killer following medical findings that the victim's injuries could have been prevented. The statement highlights concerns about parental responsibility in preventing violent acts.