Tory Jamie Wallis tells of rape ordeal in first interview since becoming UK’s first openly trans MP

Britain’s first openly transgender MP has revealed he is ready to begin the process of transitioning ‘as quickly as possible’ – as he used a TV interview to describe how ‘part of me died’ following his rape ordeal last year.

Jamie Wallis, the Conservative MP for Bridgend, last month became the first MP to come out as trans as he spoke of having been diagnosed with gender dysphoria.

The 37-year-old, who still prefers to be known as he/him for the time being, was widely praised by MPs across the House of Commons.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson hailed his ‘immense amount of courage’ and ‘bravery’.

In an interview with Sky News, Mr Wallis acknowledged the ‘incredible amount of support’ he has received.

He also revealed his hopes of beginning the ‘challenging and difficult’ process of transitioning ‘as quickly as possible’.

‘It’s not going to be done overnight, it’s going to take many, many years,’ he told the Sophy Ridge on Sunday show.

‘I think now that I am out and people do know, I’m free to start that and actually go on that journey at a pace that I find comfortable.’