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National Education Union Battles Farage's 'Far-Right' Reform UK

4/21/2025

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The National Education Union has taken a stand against Nigel Farage's Reform UK, labeling it "far-right and racist" while committing resources to challenge its candidates. Ed Miliband condemned Farage for misleading claims about net-zero policies harming the steel sector. Additionally, Dame Andrea Jenkyns risks disqualification in her Greater Lincolnshire mayoral run, underscoring Reform UK's growing impact in local politics.

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The National Education Union has taken a stand against Nigel Farage's Reform UK, labeling it "far-right and racist" while committing resources to challenge its candidates. Ed Miliband condemned Farage for misleading claims about net-zero policies harming the steel sector. Additionally, Dame Andrea Jenkyns risks disqualification in her Greater Lincolnshire mayoral run, underscoring Reform UK's growing impact in local politics.