1 in 4 Brits Considering Voting for Nigel Farage's Reform UK in the Future
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Loading... - Bertha Friedrich
- 28 Jan 2025
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A recent poll conducted by YouGov reveals that nearly a quarter of UK voters are contemplating supporting Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party in future elections. Specifically, 24% of respondents indicated they might back the right-wing party when they next head to the ballot box, marking a significant boost for Farage, who co-founded the party.
Despite this promising statistic, the poll indicates that support for Reform UK is not primarily driven by enthusiasm for Farage himself. Only 4% of those considering a vote for the party cited the leader as their reason for support. Instead, the most common motivation for backing Reform was a desire for an alternative to the Labour and Conservative parties, with 19% of respondents expressing this sentiment.
Other reasons for potential support included 18% who appreciated the party’s immigration policies, 11% who resonated with Reform’s “general values,” and 8% who valued the party’s perceived honesty. Additionally, 7% of respondents felt that Reform represents the average Brit.
While 28% of those considering a vote for Reform reported having no reservations about the party, concerns remain. Some 11% expressed worries about the party's lack of experience, while 9% feared their vote would be wasted. Other reservations included concerns about the party being too right-wing (7%), accusations of racism (3%), and criticisms of their immigration policy and NHS plans (2% each).
In response to the rising support for Reform UK, a Labour source indicated that the party is considering highlighting Farage’s proposals for a French-style insurance system for the NHS. They emphasized the public's strong attachment to the principle of a free-at-the-point-of-use healthcare system, warning against the potential shift to a fee-paying model.
In a recent opinion poll, Reform UK surpassed both Labour and the Conservatives for the first time, garnering 26% support compared to 23% for the Conservatives and 22% for Labour. Farage has expressed confidence in the party's trajectory, stating, “I actually do believe that we will win the next general election. I do believe I can become the next prime minister, and do so quickly while Trump is still in office.”
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the implications of this polling data could significantly impact the upcoming elections in the UK.
