Reform UK leader Richard Tice has been accused of employing "desperate" tactics to lure Conservative voters, as his party struggles to gain traction in the polls ahead of the upcoming general election.
In a bold appeal, Tice urged disillusioned Tory supporters to switch allegiance, claiming his party represents the "true conservative values" that Rishi Sunak's government has abandoned. However, political analysts have dismissed the move as cynical, given Reform's current polling figures.
Polls Paint a Grim Picture for Reform UK
Recent surveys suggest Reform UK is significantly behind the Conservatives, with some projections placing them as low as 5% of the national vote. Despite this, Tice remains defiant, insisting his party is the "only credible alternative" for right-leaning voters.
Conservative Backlash
Senior Tory figures have hit back, accusing Tice of undermining the Conservative vote and potentially handing victory to Labour. One MP described the plea as "political opportunism at its worst."
Meanwhile, speculation continues over whether Nigel Farage will return to frontline politics with Reform UK—a move that could dramatically shift the dynamics of the election.
