Statement from Julie Girling MEP (SW England & Gibraltar) and Richard Ashworth MEP (SE England)
We wish to inform you that we will be leaving the European Conservatives and Reformists Group (ECR) and joining the European Peoples Party Group (EPP) in the European Parliament with immediate effect.
It is our intention to remain members of the Conservative Party in the UK as we believe that the activities and approach of the EPP will more effectively further the prospects of achieving the best possible future for our constituents. We will continue to work for our constituents from inside the largest and most influential Group in the European Parliament.
We very much look forward to working with our new colleagues from all 28 member states.