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Labour Alarmed by Farage's Rising Influence Ahead of Elections

10/31/2025

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Labour strategists fear Nigel Farage's growing influence ahead of the May elections.
After a summer of inactivity, Labour MPs say the government has failed to counter Reform UK's narrative.
Nigel Farage plans a major speech on economic policy to address perceived weaknesses in Labour and the Conservatives.
Labour insiders are divided: some believe Reform's tactics may falter when government business resumes, while others warn Farage's attention-seeking could backfire.

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Labour strategists fear Nigel Farage's growing influence ahead of the May elections.
After a summer of inactivity, Labour MPs say the government has failed to counter Reform UK's narrative.
Nigel Farage plans a major speech on economic policy to address perceived weaknesses in Labour and the Conservatives.
Labour insiders are divided: some believe Reform's tactics may falter when government business resumes, while others warn Farage's attention-seeking could backfire.