Nigel Farage has thrown down the gauntlet to Rishi Sunak, declaring his Reform UK party is now the true opposition to Labour and vowing to lead a "political revolt" across the country.
In a barnstorming speech at the party's inaugural conference in Leeds, the arch-Eurosceptic launched a blistering attack on the Conservatives, accusing them of betraying Brexit voters and failing on their core promises.
The End of Tory Dominance?
Farage didn't hold back, stating the Tories have "broken every promise they ever made" and are now led by a "very, very dull, serious, accountant-like prime minister." He positioned Reform UK as the natural home for disaffected Conservative voters, particularly in the crucial Red Wall seats.
Core Policy Pledges
The speech laid out a clear, hardline platform designed to appeal to the Tory right wing:
- Slash Immigration: A firm pledge to reduce net migration with no exceptions for specific job sectors.
- Scrap Net Zero: A promise to abandon costly green targets to save households money.
- Tax Cuts: Raising the income tax threshold to £20,000 to benefit lower earners.
- Law and Order: A focus on tougher sentencing and supporting the police.
A Direct Challenge to Sunak
This conference and Farage's rhetoric mark a significant escalation. He is no longer just criticising the government; he is directly challenging its right to exist as the main party of the right. With the General Election looming, this creates a monumental strategic problem for Rishi Sunak, who now faces a battle on two fronts.
Farage's message was clear: "We are now the opposition to Labour." The political battle for Britain's future just got a lot more complicated.
