Robert Jenrick criticizes rival parties for not contesting Clacton by-election

Robert Jenrick said other parties have not put forward candidates for the Clacton by-election that follows Nigel Farage's resignation as MP. Jenrick told GB News the decision by Reform UK amounts to a gamble. He said Farage is giving up a role he has held for two years to let voters decide between established parties and Reform UK.

Jenrick stated that the public will determine whether the outcome favors Westminster parties or the people of Clacton. He added that Farage faces opposition because he represents change.

Background on the by-election Farage resigned as Clacton MP, which automatically triggers a by-election under United Kingdom election rules. GB News reported that Jenrick described the absence of opposing candidates as a political stitch up. Jenrick said the contest will test whether voters want the established parties or Reform UK to represent the constituency.