• Henry Morris, a Pembrokeshire-based environmental campaigner and personal trainer, reveals his true identity as the mastermind behind the satirical Twitter account, which posed as a secret Tory MP offering a humorous glimpse into Westminster.

THE ENGIGMATIC figure behind the widely followed “secret Tory MP” Twitter account, renowned for its satirical take on life at Westminster, has finally emerged from the shadows. Contrary to expectations, the individual responsible for the account is not a genuine Tory MP, but rather Henry Morris, an environmental campaigner and personal trainer hailing from Pembrokeshire.

The revelation, unveiled last week through Twitter, stirred a myriad of reactions among the account’s followers. While some expressed disappointment that the satirical character turned out to be an imposter, others lauded the extensive parody project. James O’Brien, host of LBC, hailed the revelation as “magnificent” in response to a video disclosing Morris’s true identity. Many followers admitted to being in fits of laughter after watching the reveal video.

In an interview with the BBC, Morris, who resides near Crymych in Pembrokeshire, showed no remorse if individuals were misled into believing he was an authentic Tory MP. He remarked, “If people feel deceived by my portrayal of a real MP, I would like to express my apologies, although I must admit that I am not genuinely sorry. The essence of the deception is more reflective of the conduct exhibited by those seated in Westminster rather than my prowess as a trickster.” Morris further added, “People often discover unexpected talents, whether in ballet or darts. As it turns out, I have an uncanny knack for impersonating a Tory MP. While I have thoroughly enjoyed the whimsical façade, I believe it is time to disclose my true identity. Besides, I am confident that an AI will be able to replicate all of this within a matter of weeks anyway.”

The Twitter account @secrettory12, which originated in April 2019, gained substantial popularity. Leveraging its success, Morris published a book entitled “The Diary of a Secret Tory MP: (Almost!) True Stories from the Heart of British Politics” in late September 2022. The opening paragraph of the book’s Amazon listing, connected to the Twitter account, affirms, “From Brexit to Covid, parties to pig culling, the Conservative government has veered from one crisis to another. Offering an insider’s perspective from the backbenches, the Secret Tory MP has witnessed all the trivial rivalries, ill-advised decision-making, and scandalous affairs that unfold within Whitehall. And the MP does not hesitate to share it all.”

The subsequent paragraphs of the book’s description leave no room for doubt that it is a work of satire. With humorous anecdotes such as the mystery MP drunkenly texting Liz Truss after consuming a crate of WKD, accompanying Jacob Rees-Mogg (alongside his children) to protest at a food bank, engaging in the “Trawler Wars” with the French, and even euthanizing Rishi Sunak’s dog – all within the span of a single October month – “The Diary of a Secret Tory MP” offers a comical spoof of conventional political journals. It unravels extraordinary events transpiring within Westminster over a tumultuous twelve-month period.

The video revealing Morris’s identity features parodies of notable Conservative figures, including Michael Gove and Jacob Rees-Mogg, further enhancing the satirical essence of the project.

Morris’s genuine Twitter account, currently set to private, underscores his dedication to environmental causes. Notably, he recently announced his plan to run 250km in the Cairngorms, raising awareness about the persecution faced by golden eagles.

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