Labour MP to Join Reform UK? Ladbrokes Make Defection Even Money in Latest Specials

Ladbrokes make it Even money that a serving Labour MP defects to Reform UK during the current Parliament. Suella Braverman leads the individual odds at 4/1, with Esther McVey (5/1) and Andrew Rosindell (6/1) also in contention.
Labour MP to Join Reform UK? Ladbrokes Make Defection Even Money in Latest Specials

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  • Even money (1/1) that a serving Labour MP joins Reform UK during this Parliament.
  • 8/11 odds suggest bookmakers lean towards “No.”
  • Suella Braverman 4/1 favourite to be the next MP to join Reform UK.

Defection Odds Tighten

As Reform UK continues to rise in prominence following Nigel Farage’s return to frontline politics, UK Betting Sites have priced up the chances of a Labour MP joining the party during the current Parliament.

The market is finely balanced, with Yes at evens and No at 8/11, suggesting bookies believe it’s almost a 50-50 shot whether such a move happens before the next General Election.

Ladbrokes latest odds look at a variety of specials around UK politics, with the current climate looking like the most open it has been in years.

The latest odds give just a 7.9% implied probability difference between the outcome with bookmakers even unable to split this market.

Will a Serving Labour MP Join Reform UK?

Will a Serving Labour MP Join Reform UK?
OddsImplied Probability
No8/1157.9%
Yes1/150.0%
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Which MPs Could Defect?

Ladbrokes are also offering a market on the next serving MP to join Reform UK, with Suella Braverman topping the betting at 4/1. 

This market looks at different politicians across all parties and wether they will leave their current part for Reform UK.

The former Home Secretary has been openly critical of her party’s direction, making her a realistic candidate in the eyes of punters.

Esther McVey (5/1) and Andrew Rosindell (6/1) follow closely, while Katie Lam and Robert Jenrick (both 8/1) are priced as outsiders. Veteran Conservative David Davis is a longer shot at 12/1.

Next MP to defect to Reform UKOddsImplied Probability
Suella Braverman4/120.0%
Esther McVey5/116.7%
Andrew Rosindell6/114.3%
Katie Lam8/111.1%
Robert Jenrick8/111.1%
David Davis12/17.7%

What It Means

The Labour defection market is notable because defections to Reform UK are more commonly associated with disaffected Conservatives. 

A Labour switch would represent a dramatic shift in the UK political landscape and offer Reform further legitimacy in Westminster.

Question marks would surely surround Keir Starmer as Prime Minister if Labour MP's start to defect.

What the expert says...
The odds suggest a Labour defection is just as likely as not. While Reform are more naturally aligned to disgruntled Conservatives, the unpredictable nature of modern politics means punters shouldn’t rule out surprises.

Where To Bet on Political Markets

Political betting is one of the fastest-growing areas of the industry, with specials like Next MP to defect to Reform UK and Next General Election most seats attracting plenty of interest.

Check out our guide to the best political betting sites to compare prices, promotions, and the latest free bets from UK betting sites.

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