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STOP REFORM UK’S FAR-RIGHT AGENDA

Reform UK’s rise is a threat to our communities, spreading division and pushing far-right ideas. In the 2024 General Election, they garnered 4.1 million votes, making it the largest GE vote share ever for a far-right party in the UK. Their success mirrors the troubling rise of similar far-right movements across Europe. If we don’t act now, we risk seeing their influence grow even further in future local, mayoral, and general elections.

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EXPLORE OUR LATEST REPORT

Our detailed report exposes how Reform UK gained ground and what’s next for their dangerous movement. We break down the tactics they used, the role of media outlets like GB News in their success, and why their base remains unstable. But to stop them, we need a strong, united response.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT REFORM UK

Download the PDF of our full Reform UK report below, which dives into their rise in 2024, the tactics they used, and the role of media support. It also highlights the fragility of their base and the need for immediate action to stop their momentum.

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WHAT IS REFORM UK?

Reform UK is the latest vehicle for Nigel Farage and his allies to spread far-right, anti-immigration, and populist politics. Despite their small structure, they’ve managed to capitalise on public frustration and media support to win millions of votes. Browse selected features from our new report for a better understanding of the threat they pose.
The Threat of Reform
With 4.1 million votes — 14.3% of the total — the result represents the largest=ever vote share for a far-right party at a general election. Reform came second place in 98 constituencies, 89 of which were won by Labour, including large swathes of the North East, Midlands and South Wales, and gained above 20% of the vote in 148. We look at how this happened and what lies ahead for Reform UK.
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Reform UK is Far Right: Here’s Why
The media have used an array of terms to describe Reform UK, including “right-wing populist”, “classically right wing”, merely “populist”, or increasingly, the never defined term “hard right.” However, in truth both Nigel Farage and Reform UK fit comfortably within any accepted definition of the term “far-right”. Explore our feature to find out why.
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What You Need To Know About Nigel Farage
We delve into the rise of Nigel Farage from leading UKIP and spearheading the Brexit movement to becoming the face of Reform UK, highlighting his influence on British politics and his ongoing role as a disruptive political figure.
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MAP: REFORM UK’S KEY BATTLEGROUNDS

This interactive map highlights the constituencies across the UK where Reform UK finished second to Labour or Conservative MPs in the June 2024 General Election, together with seats they now hold.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

 

  • Zoom in on the map using your mouse or trackpad to explore different regions in detail.
  • Hover over constituencies to view the vote shares and results.
  • Search for your constituency by typing the name in the search bar at the top.

WHAT REFORM VOTERS REALLY THINK

New polling of 4,000 Reform UK voters shows a diverse range of views. While 95% feel Britain is in decline, many support progressive policies on regulating water companies, improving workers’ rights, and renationalising rail. Despite strong anti-immigration views, there are opportunities to engage these voters on economic and environmental issues.

KEY INSIGHTS

  • Reform UK voters are not a monolithic bloc. Those earning less than £30k are more economically left-leaning compared to those making over £50k, who are more libertarian and small government in their outlook.
  • Immigration is the issue of greatest concern for Reform UK voters, but it coexists with deep economic and political pessimism, national decline, and distrust in the political process.
  • Over three-quarters (77.4%) support the regulation of water companies to clean up rivers, lakes, and seas in the UK.
  • Among ex-Labour voters, nearly three-quarters support more equitable wealth redistribution.
  • Half of Reform voters (49%) back Labour’s plan to improve workers’ rights by banning zero-hour contracts, ending fire and rehire, and strengthening sick pay, while 46% support bringing rail companies under public control.
  • Over eight in ten Reform voters (84%) think the political system is broken, and 92% believe that “politicians don’t listen to people like me.”
  • While reaching Reform UK voters on immigration or multiculturalism may be difficult, many are open to progressive policies on other issues.

EUROPE’S FAR-RIGHT SURGE

Reform UK’s rise mirrors a growing far-right movement across Europe, where parties in countries like Austria, Italy, and France are exploiting economic fears and cultural divisions. These movements threaten liberal democracy across the continent.
Liberal Democracy Under Attack: A European Union Election Special Report
Our report, “Liberal Democracy Under Attack: A European Union Election Special Report,” dives into this issue, offering polling from 10 European countries and expert analysis on the far-right’s growing influence. Read the full report to understand how these trends could shape the future of the UK and the EU.
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