Newark residents express shock and disappointment over Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK, with many feeling he has "betrayed" the town that elected him.
When asked about their thoughts on the situation, Newark locals were unanimous in their disapproval. The 47-year-old Conservative MP who had been a key figure in his constituency for years was seen as a betrayal by those closest to him.
"I'm shocked and disappointed," said local councillor Sam Smith. "The voters of Newark voted for conservative policies and values, not for someone like Jenrick to defect to Reform UK. It's a betrayal to the people who have supported him over the years."
But what about the residents themselves? When we asked individuals from Newark how they felt about losing Jenrick as their MP, reactions ranged from anger to sadness.
"I'm still trying to process it all," said local resident Emily Wilson. "Jenrick has been my MP for ages, and I've always voted conservative. It's hard to see him go."
For many in Newark, the defection represents a loss of representation on key issues such as Brexit and economic policy. As one resident pointed out, "We had thought we could trust Jenrick to do what was best for our town, but now it seems he's more interested in serving his own party than our needs."
Others were less sympathetic towards Jenrick, viewing him as a traitor for abandoning ship.
"He's a coward," said local business owner Mark Davis. "If he can't handle the pressure of being an MP, then maybe he shouldn't have taken it on in the first place."
As the dust settles over Newark, one thing is clear: Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK has left a bitter taste in the mouths of his constituents.
When asked about their thoughts on the situation, Newark locals were unanimous in their disapproval. The 47-year-old Conservative MP who had been a key figure in his constituency for years was seen as a betrayal by those closest to him.
"I'm shocked and disappointed," said local councillor Sam Smith. "The voters of Newark voted for conservative policies and values, not for someone like Jenrick to defect to Reform UK. It's a betrayal to the people who have supported him over the years."
But what about the residents themselves? When we asked individuals from Newark how they felt about losing Jenrick as their MP, reactions ranged from anger to sadness.
"I'm still trying to process it all," said local resident Emily Wilson. "Jenrick has been my MP for ages, and I've always voted conservative. It's hard to see him go."
For many in Newark, the defection represents a loss of representation on key issues such as Brexit and economic policy. As one resident pointed out, "We had thought we could trust Jenrick to do what was best for our town, but now it seems he's more interested in serving his own party than our needs."
Others were less sympathetic towards Jenrick, viewing him as a traitor for abandoning ship.
"He's a coward," said local business owner Mark Davis. "If he can't handle the pressure of being an MP, then maybe he shouldn't have taken it on in the first place."
As the dust settles over Newark, one thing is clear: Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK has left a bitter taste in the mouths of his constituents.
Jenrick literally had the whole town wrapped around his finger and now he just goes and throws it all away for some party loyalty? I mean, I get that politics can be tough but c'mon, dude! You're supposed to represent YOUR constituents not just your own party's agenda. He needs to explain himself ASAP because right now he's just getting roasted from every angle 
what's going through that guy's head? did he think they'd just forget about him and the promises he made?!?! I mean, i get it, party politics can be tough, but to abandon your constituents like this?!?! 
total fail, jenrick!
this is such a big deal for the people of Newark... they literally voted for him and now he just abandoned ship like that 
... i mean, i get it politics can be tough but to just switch parties mid stream like that? 
it's not exactly what you promise your constituents they'll get... 
The fact that his own constituents are feeling betrayed and angry towards him is proof that he's lost touch with what really matters. 
Mark Davis said it best - if he can't handle the pressure of being an MP, then maybe he shouldn't have taken it on in the first place 
. Newark is going to miss him, but they're also better off without someone who's so clearly self-serving. 
I feel for the people of Newark, they've got a real bone to pick with Robert Jenrick right now. I mean, he was their guy for years, and then just poofs off to Reform UK? It's like he's abandoning ship in the middle of the storm. 
And yeah, it's not just about the Brexit thing, it's about feeling like they can't trust him to represent them anymore. 
! How can someone who was once part of their community just up and leave like that? 
. It's all about getting ahead and gaining power, no matter who you hurt in the process 
. Let's be real, folks, if you can't handle the pressure of being an MP, maybe you shouldn't have taken on that job in the first place 
People need to chill out and get real - politics is all about compromise and pragmatism. It's not like he just flipped a coin and decided to join one party or another. He likely had some decent reasons for doing what he did, even if it wasn't the most popular choice.
. I mean, who wouldn't want a fresh start, right? 
But at the same time, I can see why his constituents would feel betrayed 
... like, what's wrong with you if you can't handle the pressure of being an MP? 
(Is that a bad thing?) 
... which is kinda cool, I guess 
.
. Maybe I'm just too indecisive 
? 
Like, I get that people are upset and stuff, but can't we just be open-minded for once?