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Reform UK Surges as Conservatives Lose Young Voters

11/1/2025

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Newcastle University Conservative Society merged with Reform UK, reviving interest with dozens attending events.
Henry Bateson, president of the merged Reform UK group, says nearly half of Conservative members back the merger.
Recent polls show Reform gaining traction among younger voters, surpassing Conservatives in popularity, while groups exclude Reform from events.
Durham University’s Reform Society has doubled attendance at events, and Conservative supporters like Jack Eccles shift toward Reform.

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Story summary

Newcastle University Conservative Society merged with Reform UK, reviving interest with dozens attending events.
Henry Bateson, president of the merged Reform UK group, says nearly half of Conservative members back the merger.
Recent polls show Reform gaining traction among younger voters, surpassing Conservatives in popularity, while groups exclude Reform from events.
Durham University’s Reform Society has doubled attendance at events, and Conservative supporters like Jack Eccles shift toward Reform.