Nigel Farage
Coverage of Nigel Farage in the Nexus archive.
- Reform UK's Nigel Farage beats a slate of fringe candidates in election boycotted by major parties
Nigel Farage regained his seat in Parliament in a special election after beating fringe candidates, despite the mainstream parties boycotting the vote. The result was hailed by Farage as an overwhelming win, but he remains under investigation by a parliamentary watchdog regarding an undeclared 5 million pound gift. This means Farage could face being forced out of Parliament and endure another election.
- World shares mostly fall and US futures are mixed after US inflation data improves
World shares showed mixed results, with indices declining in Europe but gaining in Asia, as U.S. futures were little changed after inflation data improved to 4.7% year-over-year at the wholesale level. The report eased concerns about inflation, leading analysts to suggest the Federal Reserve might hold off on future interest rate hikes. Meanwhile, oil prices resumed climbing and the U.S. dollar declined against the Japanese yen.
- Reform UK leader Nigel Farage beats Count Binface in widely mocked British election
Nigel Farage regained his Parliament seat by beating Count Binface in a widely mocked special election. The victory came despite an investigation into whether he failed to report a gift from a crypto billionaire overseas. However, reports indicate that ongoing parliamentary investigations could still potentially force him out of the seat.
- Trump ally Nigel Farage wins special election to return to UK parliament
Nigel Farage won a special election, allowing him to return to UK parliament. He had previously stepped down last month in order to trigger the special vote amid controversy over his finances.
- Nigel Farage beats Count Binface in widely mocked election
Nigel Farage won a special election in Clacton against Count Binface, regaining a parliamentary seat he had previously quit to trigger the contest. However, his victory is overshadowed by an ongoing investigation into an undeclared $6.7 million gift from a crypto billionaire. Additionally, major political parties boycotted the campaign, and police disputed Farage’s claims regarding threats during the count.
- Nigel Farage beats Count Binface to win back seat in Parliament in widely mocked election
Nigel Farage defeated Count Binface on Friday in an election, allowing him to regain a seat in Parliament. This contest occurred after Nigel Farage quit his previous position a month prior to trigger the widely mocked special election.
- Nigel Farage beats Count Binface in widely mocked election
Nigel Farage defeated Count Binface in a widely mocked special election, successfully regaining a seat he had previously quit. Despite his victory, Farage remains under investigation regarding an undeclared donation of 5 million pounds from a cryptocurrency billionaire overseas.
- Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in special election that’s been denounced as a stunt
Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in a special election that has been denounced as a stunt. This event is scheduled for Thursday, taking place in the seaside town of Clacton, which is located east of London.
- Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in special election that's been denounced as a stunt
Nigel Farage triggered a special election in Clacton by quitting his seat in the House of Commons. He expected to run against major parties like Labour and Conservative, but instead faced numerous independent candidates, notably Count Binface. This move also took place amid investigation into an undeclared donation of 5 million pounds to Farage.
- Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in special election that's been denounced as a stunt
A special election in Clacton pits Nigel Farage against independents, satirists, and jokers led by Count Binface. Farage triggered the contest after quitting his seat to address questions concerning his finances, though he did not receive opposition from the major political parties as expected. The race features a record 34 candidates, and low turnout is anticipated due to summer holidays and heatwave conditions.
- Reform UK plan to return asylum seekers using navy ‘dangerous in practice’
Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, proposed 'Operation Fortress' to stop migrants using the navy, but experts have criticized the plan as unrealistic. The proposal aims to return asylum seekers but is described as dangerous in practice.
- The Farage and Lowe drama that’s consuming the British right
Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe, leaders of Reform UK and Restore Britain, are engaged in a contentious political rivalry that has impacted the British right-wing landscape. Their conflict, rooted in policy differences and personal tensions, has led to fluctuating alliances and could influence the next general election.
- Tuesday briefing: Inside the right’s heated climate-denial debate
Parts of the UK face severe drought and wildfires, with farmers warning of potential food shortages and the Royal Horticultural Society adapting to heat. Climate crisis impacts are being downplayed by right-leaning critics in political debates. Other news includes UK prison overcrowding policies, Nigel Farage's political return, Spain's border tensions with Morocco, and Trump's comments on Iran.
- Reform and Restore at odds over a deal: Parties' leaders swap insults as Farage says he won't agree to call to ditch Tory defectors
Reform and Restore parties are in conflict over a deal, with leaders exchanging insults. Farage refuses to agree to a proposal to abandon Tory defectors.
- France blasts UK hard-right plan to use navy to stop Channel migrants
France criticizes a UK hard-right proposal to deploy the navy to intercept migrants in the English Channel. The plan is associated with Reform UK, a political party led by Nigel Farage.
- Farage needs the border to be the battle of the summer
Nigel Farage's Reform UK proposes a military-led border control operation called 'Operation Fortress' to intercept small boat migrants, while Labour Party's new leader Andy Burnham addresses immigration amid reduced small boat arrivals. The article highlights political tensions over border management and immigration policy.
- Hard-right Reform UK proposes navy-led operation to stop small migrant boats
Reform UK, a hard-right political party, has proposed deploying the Royal Navy to intercept small migrant boats in the Channel and return them to France. The plan, described as the largest military operation in the region since World War II, was dismissed by experts and other political parties. The proposal coincides with ongoing scandals involving Reform UK and its leader, Nigel Farage.
- Nigel Farage says he's 'open-minded' on talks with Restore Britain's Rupert Lowe on a pact to 'unite the Right' and reveals he 'reached out' to rival
Nigel Farage stated he is 'open-minded' to discussions with Restore Britain's Rupert Lowe about forming a pact to 'unite the Right'. He also mentioned reaching out to the rival group for potential collaboration.
- Former navy officer criticises Reform plan to use military to stop small boats
A Royal Navy officer criticizes Reform UK's plan to deploy the military to intercept small boat migrants, arguing resources should address real threats. Critics accuse the party of using the proposal to divert attention from financial scandals involving Nigel Farage.
- Nigel Farage is under siege. That’s just how he likes it.
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, faces mounting challenges including a new rival in Prime Minister Andy Burnham, a resurgent Conservative Party, financial scrutiny over a £5 million donation, and a controversial special election in his Clacton constituency. His party's poll ratings have declined, with net approval dropping from -16 to -21 in two months, while the Conservative Party's recovery and reduced migrant arrivals weaken Reform's key arguments.
- UK’s Burnham pledges ‘relentless’ focus on illegal migration
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges a 'relentless' focus on combating illegal migration, citing increased National Crime Agency (NCA) officers from 376 to nearly 800 since 2025. The government reports 14,526 small-boat crossings this year, down 43% from last year, while Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood highlights 70,000 deportations since 2024. The issue remains politically charged, with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK gaining support due to its anti-migration stance.
- Rupert Lowe urges Nigel Farage to work with Restore Britain
Rupert Lowe, leader of Restore Britain, urges Nigel Farage to collaborate by setting aside past disagreements for the country's benefit. Lowe offers to work together on serious policies and government reform if Farage is willing to engage.
- The Far Right Is Distorting Ceuta
Moroccan migrants attempted to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in large numbers, prompted by social-media posts claiming the border was open. Far-right figures amplified misleading narratives about the event, suggesting it reflected an 'invasion' despite Ceuta's geographic and legal restrictions preventing access to mainland Europe.
- ‘Stench of sleaze’: Farage struck deal over political return months before 2024 election, reports say
Nigel Farage struck a secret deal to return as leader of Reform UK months before the 2024 election, despite claiming he would not return to politics until June 2024. Labour chair accused Reform of 'grubby pacts' following contradictory reports about the timeline of events.
- Rupert Lowe offers to find ‘common way forward’ with Reform UK
Rupert Lowe, founder of Restore Britain, proposes a collaborative approach with Reform UK as the party led by Nigel Farage experiences declining poll numbers and financial investigations.
- Nigel Farage 'had deal in place to return as Reform leader months before general election'
Nigel Farage had a deal in place to return as Reform leader months before the general election. The agreement was reportedly arranged prior to the election period.
- DAN HODGES: Nigel Farage's poll ratings are in freefall - and for the first time, it's led Reform chiefs to think the unthinkable...
Nigel Farage's poll ratings are declining sharply, leading Reform leaders to consider unprecedented actions for the first time. The article highlights a significant drop in his public support, prompting unexpected reflections within the Reform party.
- The tangled financial web at the heart of Reform UK
Nigel Farage accepted a £5m gift from billionaire donor Christopher Harborne, a key part of an ongoing investigation into financial ties within Reform UK. The Cottrell family's connections and Richard Tice's business dealings are also highlighted as part of a complex network of relationships.
- Labour holds Greater Manchester mayoralty after counting goes to second round
Labour's Bev Craig won the Greater Manchester mayoral by-election in a second round under the supplemental vote system. Craig succeeded Andy Burnham, who became prime minister, and faced competition from Reform UK and the Green Party.
- Burnham grabs the narrative in first fortnight of power
Burnham has taken control of the narrative in the first fortnight of power as the Labour Party surpasses Nigel Farage’s Reform UK in some polls following the new prime minister’s feel-good tone.
- 'Posh George' is a colourful guy, but I don't dump friends, says Nigel Farage
Nigel Farage responds to a comment about 'Posh George' being colorful and clarifies that he does not abandon friends. The statement highlights Farage's defense of his personal conduct.
- Reform's Robert Jenrick rages at 'two-tier policing' as no further action is taken over Nigel Farage 'guillotine' T-shirt row
Robert Jenrick from Reform expressed anger over 'two-tier policing' and criticized the lack of further action regarding Nigel Farage's 'guillotine' T-shirt controversy. The article highlights tensions between Reform and existing policing standards.
- Polls open in Greater Manchester mayoral byelection overshadowed by new PM and Farage’s antics
Polls have opened in the largest byelection in British political history for the Greater Manchester mayor position. Labour’s Bev Craig is expected to win, though the contest has been overshadowed by Andy Burnham’s political rise and Nigel Farage’s Reform UK activities in Clacton.
- Met Police will NOT take action over photo Zack Polanski shared of T-shirt 'showing Nigel Farage's execution'
The Met Police will not take action over a photo shared by Zack Polanski of a T-shirt depicting Nigel Farage's execution. The decision not to act is explicitly stated in the article title.
- Burnham to give speech on social care as Louise Casey plays down cost concerns saying many families ‘already paying’ – UK politics live
Andy Burnham is delivering a speech on social care, emphasizing the need for political consensus and common ground rather than detailing specific reforms. Louise Casey downplays concerns about costs, noting many families are already paying. Separately, Green party leader Zack Polanski admits to sharing a controversial Instagram post but refuses to apologize to Nigel Farage.
- Who is Ed Miliband really listening to?
Ed Miliband discusses what his grandfather would have said about his new job, while Andy Burnham addresses challenges in Britain's social care system. A cross-party meeting hosted by the new prime minister lacks key figures like Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey, who are absent in person or via Zoom.
- Andy Burnham's 'cross-party talks' on social care farce: Neither Kemi Badenoch nor Ed Davey can attend after 'being given just 18 hours' notice' - while Nigel Farage is snubbed
Andy Burnham's cross-party talks on social care were disrupted by the absence of Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey, who were given only 18 hours' notice. Nigel Farage was also excluded from the discussions.
- Zack Polanski will not say sorry to Farage for sharing ‘dangerous’ image
Zack Polanski, Green party leader, admitted to an 'inadvertent mistake' for sharing a social media image featuring a guillotine and a message referencing Nigel Farage but refused to apologize to Farage. The image was shared on Instagram, later removed, and described as 'dangerous' by Polanski.
- What voters really think of Britain’s new PM
Andy Burnham's first week as UK prime minister shows a 17-point rise in net approval, with voters across political spectra supporting his cost-of-living plans and leadership style. A POLITICO Poll by Public First indicates broad favorability, excluding Reform UK supporters, as Labour gains a small lead over Reform in polls.
- 'I've not done anything wrong': Zack Polanski refuses to apologise for posting photo of T-shirt about Nigel Farage's execution
Zack Polanski refuses to apologize for posting a photo of a T-shirt referencing Nigel Farage's execution. Polanski claims he 'has not done anything wrong' regarding the controversial T-shirt.