Tory Activist Linked to Contract Killing Claims Worked as Advisor to Kemi Badenoch
Source reports published 24 Oct 2026, 12:52 pm – 25 Oct 2026, 10:00 am AEST
A former Tory activist, Jack Ross, who appeared to offer to broker the hiring of contract killers, previously worked as an advisor to Kemi Badenoch’s office. The BBC reported Ross’s party membership was suspended pending an investigation into his alleged activities.
What happened
- Jack Ross, a former Tory activist, was contracted to provide social media advice to the Conservative party until earlier this year.
- He met Kemi Badenoch on several occasions while serving as CEO of Turning Point UK.
- Ross was filmed in undercover filming by Al Jazeera offering to ‘broker’ the services of contract killers, listing violent options including stabbing, shooting, and killing.
- He was allegedly introduced to a criminal from Glasgow with links to the Ulster Volunteer Force.
- Ross’s role as a consultant in Badenoch’s office involved social media external consulting and drew on taxpayer funds.
- Ross’s activities extended to advising Turning Point UK, a right-wing group involved in anti-migrant protests, and he appeared on GB News and with the Bow Group.
- Turning Point UK, led by Nick Tenconi, who previously led Ukip, engaged in street protests and discussed creating disruption with MPs.
- A Tory spokesperson confirmed Ross’s party membership was suspended with immediate effect pending an investigation.
Original reporting
- BBC: Tory activist in 'contract killing broker' claim had worked for party HQ
2026-10-24T02:52:10.596000+00:00 - Guardian: Former Tory candidate suspended over contract killer claims was adviser in Kemi Badenoch’s office
2026-10-25T00:00:00+00:00