Reform UK’s party leader, Nigel Farage, said Boris Johnson is to blame for the failure of the Conservative party. Labour could risk becoming vulnerable among Brexit voters.
Farage Tackles Subjects
Nigel Farage, the Reform UK leader, was recently interviewed by GB News regarding the progress of the party and more. Farage had plenty to say about other parties and the media.
Everybody “Wants to Stop” Us
When asked by GBNews reporter Charlie Peters if it was a “deliberate attempt” by the media to paint Reform as a particularly nasty party,” Farage replied, “Everybody wants to stop us.”
It’s Hard for Small and New Establishments to Thrive
Farage also said in his interview with the news outlet that bringing about the IR35 was inspired by the conservatives. IR5 makes it “almost impossible” for self-employed people. He also commented on the 30% tax increase that makes it harder for small businesses to reinvest.
Massive VAT
Furthermore, Farage remarked on the VAT set at £5,000; for sole entrepreneurs, this would also be highly challenging to make in one month. Farage told GBNews that Reform UK wants to be “the voice of small businesses.”
They Don’t Make Their Own Decisions
In the interview, he also mentioned that the Labour and Conservatives “thinking” is “dominated” by corporate giants. In contrast, Reform wants the UK to see that they stand with the individual and their struggles.
Believing in the Individual
Farage expressed that the Reform UK party is passionate about and believes in the individual, but he doesn’t think the other parties can say the same.
On the Little Guy’s Side
Reform UK leader had also said that the party is on the side of the “little guy.” He told GBNews that Reform goes after the giant corporations and supports smaller entrepreneurs in a “David and Goliath” fashion.
Who Is the Threat?
Peters asked Farage if he thought there was someone in Torie’s party who could turn reform voters.
Is It Boris Johnson?
“Is there a single candidate in this civil war now who makes you nervous..?” he asked. Farage said, “The media thinks it’s Boris Johnson,” Farage replied.
Boris Is “To Blame”
Farage says Johnson is to blame for why the Tories are “in so much trouble.” He told Peters that Johnson has caused many problems within the conservative party.
Tories Downfall
Farage stated in the interview that former conservative leader Boris Johnson was the reason for Torie’s downfall.
Not the Best Track Record
He said Johnson “betrayed” “the reason so many ‘red walls’ are conservative.” Farage also went on slamming Boris for the “mass immigration” and said he had “net zero rules.”
Not Convinced
Farage is not convinced that Johnson can lead the Tories to victory with how things have spiralled for the conservative party. Past events of leadership decisions, plus the momentous loss in seats and votes, Might have the Tories in a very challenging place.
“They Will Be Split and Divided”
Farage went on to tell GBNews that it didn’t matter who won the leadership role in the Tory party; the party “will be split and divided.”
Tighter Reigns on Border?
According to The Telegraph UK, Sir Tony Blair has warned Labour to protect the border from “Reform threat.” Scrapping the Rwanda plan might have caused additional challenges with border patrol.
Only Keep a Few
Reform is said to have divided the conservatives. Frarage said in the Reform UK manifesto that the party would immediately “freeze” non-essential immigrants while keeping those with special skills in healthcare and science.
There’s Fears of Conservatives Losing Votes
There’s worries amongst the Tories that the Conservative party could very well lose votes to Reform. This is especially true amongst those who have agreed to Brexit.
Strengthening EU Relationships – Can It Work?
Labour wants to “strengthen some relationships” with EU countries, especially in cooperation with border security. However, is it a good thing?
Possibility for Vulnerability
Doing so might be a good thing, but it could “leave the party vulnerable,”
Risk Losing Future Votes
Farage told GBNews that if improving relationships between the UK and the EU means “tying us back to the EU rules, then the Labour party is going to be vulnerable with many of their voters who opted for Brexit.”
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