A former Conservative member, Andrew Rosindell, is taking legal action against his former party for locking him out of his office in Romford after he switched to the Reform Party.
Rosindell, who has been the MP for Romford since 2001, was denied access to Margaret Thatcher House by his local Conservative association, citing his departure from the Tory party as grounds for the lockout.
The dispute escalated when the association changed the locks on the building, preventing Rosindell from entering. He raised concerns about his personal safety, especially regarding access to his panic room at work.
During a High Court hearing, Rosindell’s legal team argued that he should be granted full access to the office, including keys, fobs, and security codes, emphasizing his uninterrupted use of the premises for over two decades.
The MP’s lawyer stated that the exclusion from the office was hindering Rosindell’s ability to carry out his parliamentary duties effectively, including responding to constituents and managing urgent casework.
On the other hand, the Romford Conservative Association contended that Rosindell’s access to the office was contingent on his status as a Conservative MP and that the injunction application was rushed without proper notice.
As the legal battle unfolds, the court adjourned the hearing to allow Rosindell’s legal team to file a formal claim against the association. The judge criticized the short notice given for the application, highlighting the need for a more structured legal process.
