The Independent Group Of MPs Holds Its Inaugural Meeting

LONDON,ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 25: Angela Smith and Chris Leslie at The Independent groups first meeting at 1 George Street Westminster London on February 25, 2019 in London, England. The Independent Group is made up of eight former Labour MPs and three former Conservative MPs who split from their respective parties last week. The Labour MPs cited the approach to Brexit and the handling of antisemitism allegations by their parties leadership as reasons for their departure. The Conservative MPs also cited their leadership's approach to Brexit as a reason for their split but also the perceived takeover of the party by the right-wing. (Phot by Nicola Tree/Getty Images)