‘We are not a rejects’ party’ — Reform warning to Scottish Tory considering defection

‘We are not a rejects’ party’ — Reform warning to Scottish Tory considering defection

Reform UK’s near-win in Hamilton has raised hopes for Holyrood but prompted warnings from Glasgow councillor Thomas Kerr about Tory defectors seeking a new home.

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