In a blistering broadside that has sent shockwaves through Westminster, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has publicly eviscerated the Labour Party, branding them as "the most anti-democratic, horrible, nasty, authoritarian party" in modern British politics.
The political maverick's fury was ignited by Labour's handling of two contentious figures: their own former leader, Jeremy Corbyn, and ex-Conservative cabinet minister Nadine Dorries. Farage alleges that Labour's actions reveal a profound and ugly partisanship.
A Tale of Two MPs: Corbyn vs. Dorries
Farage drew a direct parallel between the two cases to illustrate his point. He noted that while Labour swiftly moved to block Corbyn from standing as their candidate in Islington North, they have been notably silent on whether they would accept Nadine Dorries into their ranks if she defected.
"They wouldn't have Jeremy Corbyn as an independent Labour candidate, but they're quite happy to take a Tory?" Farage questioned, highlighting what he sees as a blatant contradiction. "It tells you everything about the partisanship of the Labour Party."
Farage's Scorching Verdict on Starmer's Labour
The Reform leader did not hold back in his overall assessment of Sir Keir Starmer's party. His comments paint a picture of a party he views as fundamentally illiberal and power-hungry.
"They are the most anti-democratic, horrible, nasty, authoritarian party I think I've seen in my lifetime," Farage declared, leaving little room for interpretation regarding his feelings towards the current opposition.
This explosive intervention signals a clear intent from Farage and Reform UK to position themselves as the true anti-establishment force, attacking the perceived hypocrisy of the two main parties as the political battle lines are drawn.
